Board-Level CFO: High-Impact, Hands-On Finance Leader

Trial Balance; Connor Downs; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned business in the UK is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead financial operations and strategy. This hands-on role involves partnering with management to enhance margins and ensure financial controls. The ideal candidate has proven leadership in finance within fast-paced industries and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. This opportunity offers a six-figure package with executive benefits in a supportive environment focused on growth.

Benefits

Executive benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in fast-moving, margin-sensitive industries.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
• Experience in operationally complex and seasonally driven businesses.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with MD and SLT to drive margin improvement.
• Mentor and develop finance team members.
• Engage with investors, banks, and auditors.
• Improve systems and ensure financial discipline.

Skills

Leadership in finance teams

Experience in food/FMCG industries

Financial acumen

Operational detail handling

Strategic thinking

Education

Professionally qualified finance leader

Job description

A family-owned business in the UK is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead financial operations and strategy. This hands-on role involves partnering with management to enhance margins and ensure financial controls. The ideal candidate has proven leadership in finance within fast-paced industries and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. This opportunity offers a six-figure package with executive benefits in a supportive environment focused on growth.