CFO - Commodity Trading

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic commodity trading business seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial strategy and governance. This leadership role involves enhancing risk management and driving fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in trading environments and possess relevant financial qualifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader in commodity trading.
• Strong understanding of trading P&L and funding structures.
• In-depth knowledge of exotic products and derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage cash flow and treasury operations in a trading environment.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and best financial governance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial governance

Risk management

Leadership

Fundraising

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Job description

Chief Financial Officer – Commodity Trading

Location: central London

We are seeking a commercially astute and strategically minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join a dynamic and fast-growing commodity trading business. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will play a central role in shaping financial strategy, enhancing risk management, and supporting the company’s continued expansion across global markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury operations in a trading environment.
• Provide strategic insight to support trading decisions and business growth.
• Drive fundraising, debt structuring, and capital restructuring initiatives.
• Ensure robust regulatory compliance and best-in-class financial governance.
• Act as a key liaison with banks, investors, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader within a commodity trading firm.
• Strong understanding of trading P&L, risk, and funding structures.
• In-depth knowledge of exotic products and derivatives.
• Experience in banking or private equity, with a strong track record in fundraising and complex capital/debt structuring.
• Strategic thinker with strong leadership and board-level influence.
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent.

This is a rare opportunity to take a leadership role in a high-growth, entrepreneurial trading business. A competitive package is on offer for the right candidate.