CFO AIM Listed Professional Services Business

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services business in Crawley is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This role involves overseeing the finance function while collaborating with the CEO and Board on strategic goals, investment decisions, and managing a high-performing team. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with strong leadership and stakeholder communication skills, capable of driving financial strategy and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates financial rigour and sharp commercial outlook.
• Skilled at communicating financial insights to stakeholders.
• Strong leadership presence, influencing decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the finance function with the CEO and Board.
• Lead a high-performing finance team ensuring financial integrity.
• Active involvement in investment decisions and financial communications.

Skills

Financial Rigour

Commercial Outlook

Stakeholder Communication

Leadership

Relationship Management

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)

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CFO AIM Listed Professional Services Business, Crawley, West Sussex

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Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

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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 step-up candidates from listed businesses or CFOs from investor-backed companies
• Demonstrates 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 across audit, legal, and banking partners
• Brings energy, initiative, and a hands-on approach when needed
• Strong leadership presence, influencing decision-making at all levels

Due to the high volume of applications, only relevant candidates will be contacted.