Chief Financial Officer

Harper May Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking technology group in Greater London is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to shape financial strategy and drive operational performance. You will oversee financial reporting, manage investor engagement, and develop scalable processes while leading a finance team through improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with senior finance experience in high-growth environments. Strong financial modelling and stakeholder management skills are essential for this key leadership role.

Qualifications

• Senior finance experience within a high-growth or technology-led environment.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising and investor relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of financial strategy and long-range planning.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Support funding rounds and strategic growth initiatives.

Skills

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Education

Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA

Job description

Harper May is partnering with a forward-thinking technology group that is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join its leadership team. With a track record of innovation and a growing portfolio of advanced digital solutions, the business is entering a new phase of growth and requires a strategic finance leader to support its ambitions.

About the Role:

As CFO, you will work closely with the CEO and Board to shape financial strategy, drive operational performance, and ensure robust financial governance. The role combines hands-on leadership with high-level oversight across all areas of finance, from investor engagement to forecasting, controls, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of financial strategy and long-range planning to support the company’s commercial goals
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management across the group
• Act as a key liaison for investors and external stakeholders, supporting funding rounds and strategic growth initiatives
• Develop scalable processes and lead the finance team through systems improvement and operational change
• Work alongside the CEO to evaluate new business opportunities and shape commercial direction
• Ensure strong internal controls, tax compliance, and statutory reporting across all entities
• Provide monthly reporting, cash flow forecasts, and detailed performance analysis to the Board
• Support the broader executive team in financial modelling, scenario planning, and risk analysis

Key Requirements:

• Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA
• Senior finance experience within a high-growth or technology‑led environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and commercial acumen
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, investor relations, and scaling finance teams
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and influence at Board level
• Hands‑on, detail‑focused approach with the ability to deliver under pressure
• Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills