CFO AIM Listed Professional Services Business

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AIM-listed professional services business in Bath seeks a commercially focused Chief Financial Officer. This pivotal role involves full ownership of the finance function, collaboration with the CEO and Board, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with a robust commercial outlook and excellent communication skills, ready to influence decision-making at every level.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/ACMA.
• Experience as CFO or in listed businesses.
• Ability to manage external relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee integrity of financial reporting and controls.
• Lead finance team and engage with institutional investors.
• Shape business strategy through cash management.

Skills

Financial Rigour

Commercial Outlook

Communication Skills

Leadership Presence

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Marks Sattin Executive Search is working with an AIM-listed professional services business to appoint a commercially focused and technically confident Chief Financial Officer. This is a key leadership role with full ownership of the finance function, working closely with the CEO and Board to support both operational delivery and long-term strategic goals.

The CFO will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and controls while leading a high-performing finance team. They will help shape business strategy through a focus on cash management, operational efficiency, and profitability. The role includes active involvement in investment decisions, regular engagement with institutional investors, and ownership of financial communications. This individual will also play a central role in board reporting, investor relations, and financial presentations. They will work closely with internal teams across legal and commercial functions, and bring a hands-on, pragmatic approach to managing both day-to-day operations and broader strategic initiatives.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)
• Open to step-up candidates from listed businesses or CFOs from investor-backed companies
• Demonstrates both financial rigour and a sharp commercial outlook
• Skilled at communicating financial insights to internal and external stakeholders, including investors
• Able to work closely with the CEO and senior leadership, providing constructive challenge
• Confident managing external relationships across audit, legal, and banking partners
• Brings energy, initiative, and a hands-on approach when needed
• Strong leadership presence, influencing and supporting decision-making at all levels

Due to high application volume, only relevant candidates will be contacted.