Chief Financial Officer

Camino Search; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services consultancy seeks a Chief Financial Officer to guide financial strategy during a pivotal growth phase. This high-impact role demands a dynamic leader capable of building finance teams and shaping long-term value. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are ready to make a tangible impact, this is your opportunity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CFO in a high-growth, PE-backed or founder-led business.
• Track record of scaling international, project-based service organizations.
• Ability to influence at board level.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing finance function aligned with growth.
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and board.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Emotional intelligence

Hands-on leadership

Job description

Chief Financial Officer

Kent | £20m Revenue | High-Growth Professional Services Consultancy

We have partnered with a market-leading professional services consultancy that has rapidly scaled its revenue and is recognized for its excellence and innovation. With a strong leadership team and a clear vision for the future, the business is entering a pivotal growth phase — one that demands strategic financial leadership and operational precision .

The Opportunity
This is a dynamic, high-impact CFO role at the heart of a fast-scaling business. You’ll be instrumental in shaping the company’s financial strategy, driving commercial performance, and preparing the business for future investment or exit. This role is ideal for a finance leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is ready to roll up their sleeves to drive real value.

Key Responsibilities • Build and lead a lean, high-performing finance function aligned with the company’s growth ambitions. • Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and board, influencing commercial decisions and long-term value creation. • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management with precision and urgency. • Design and implement scalable financial systems, controls, and reporting frameworks to support expansion and transaction readiness.

What We’re Looking For • Proven experience as CFO in a high-growth, PE-backed or founder-led business. • Track record of scaling international, project-based service organizations. • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at board level. • Demonstrated success in building agile, high-quality finance teams in dynamic settings. • High emotional intelligence — pragmatic, grounded, and a trusted advisor to stakeholders. • A proactive, hands-on leadership style — ready to dive into the detail when needed.

Why Join?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role within a thriving, forward-thinking consultancy. You’ll work alongside an ambitious executive team, influence strategic direction, and help shape a business that’s building long-term value. If you're a commercially minded CFO ready to make a tangible impact in a high-growth environment — we’d love to hear from you.