CFO AIM Listed Professional Services Business

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AIM-listed professional services firm is seeking a Chief Financial Officer in Worcester. This high-level position involves overseeing the finance function, contributing to strategy, and working closely with the CEO and Board. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with proven leadership and commercial skills, ready to bring a hands-on approach to their team.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong financial and commercial skills.
• Experience in a listed business or investor-backed company.
• Ability to influence decision-making at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and team, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting.
• Shape business strategy focusing on cash management and profitability.
• Manage investor relations and board reporting.

Skills

Financial rigor

Commercial outlook

Stakeholder communication

Leadership presence

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)

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Worcester, 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)
• Open to stepping up from a listed business or coming from an investor-backed company.
• Demonstrates both financial rigor 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 in 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 candidates with relevant experience.