CFO AIM Listed Professional Services Business

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services business in Colchester seeks a Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial operations and strategy. The CFO will collaborate with the CEO and Board, ensuring financial integrity and guiding the company's financial health and strategic direction.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA) required.
• Experience in listed or investor-backed companies preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and ensure integrity of financial reporting.
• Shape business strategy focusing on cash management and profitability.
• Engage with institutional investors and manage financial communications.

Skills

Financial Rigour

Commercial Outlook

Stakeholder Communication

Leadership Presence

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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 candidates stepping up from a listed business or from an investor-backed company
• Demonstrates both financial rigour and a sharp commercial outlook
• Skilled at communicating financial insights to stakeholders, including investors
• Able to work closely with the CEO and senior leadership, providing constructive challenge
• Confident in managing external relationships with auditors, legal, and banking partners
• Energetic, proactive, and pragmatic in approach
• Strong leadership presence capable of influencing decision-making at all levels

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