CFO AIM Listed Professional Services Business

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services business seeks a commercially focused Chief Financial Officer in Derby. This key role offers full ownership of finance, emphasizing financial integrity, operational efficiency, and strategic input. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and financial expertise to shape the company's future.

Qualifications

• A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA).
• Open to candidates from listed businesses or investor-backed companies.
• Confident in managing external relationships across audit, legal, and banking partners.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the finance function with a focus on operational delivery.
• Active involvement in investment decisions and financial communications.
• Manage high-performing finance team and drive strategic initiatives.

Skills

Financial rigour

Commercial outlook

Communication of financial insights

Leadership presence

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)

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04.06.2025

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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 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 internal and external 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, capable of influencing decision-making at all levels

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