CFO AIM Listed Professional Services Business

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services company in Chester seeks a Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial functions and support strategic decisions. The role involves significant interaction with the CEO and Board, focusing on financial integrity and operational excellence, requiring a qualified accountant with strong leadership and commercial skills.

Qualifications

• A qualified accountant, preferably ACA/ACCA/ACMA.
• Capable of managing external relationships across audit and legal.
• Strong leadership presence with decision-making influence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity of financial reporting and controls.
• Lead and manage the finance team to support strategic goals.
• Engage regularly with institutional investors and manage board communications.

Skills

Financial Rigour

Commercial Outlook

Stakeholder Communication

Leadership Influence

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)

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Chester, United Kingdom

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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)
• Uniquely, the client is open to considering a step-up candidate from a listed business, or a CFO from an investor-backed company.
• Demonstrates both financial rigour and a sharp commercial outlook
• Skilled at communicating financial insights to internal and external stakeholders, including investors
• Able to work in close partnership with the CEO and senior leadership while 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, with the ability to influence and support decision-making at all levels

Due to the high level of applications, we can only reply to those candidates with relevant experience.