Chief Financial Officer

Cooper Parry; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive accountancy firm in Greater London is seeking a part-time Fractional CFO. This role involves leading multiple client engagements, driving financial strategy, and supporting ambitious SMEs. Candidates must have over 10 years of CFO experience, strong commercial skills, and proficiency in financial tools like Excel and Power BI. The firm promotes a flexible work environment and values diversity and inclusion, offering benefits to support its staff's wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday entitlement

Enhanced parental leave

Enhanced pension scheme

No dress code

Wellbeing support programs

Volunteering opportunities

Social and sports clubs

Qualifications

• 10+ years operating at CFO level across multiple organizations.
• Proven experience with PE-backed or high-change environments.
• Track record in debt/equity funding, M&A, and strategic planning.
• Demonstrable track record of cash improvement and finance transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of fractional CFO engagements.
• Act as the senior finance voice, partnering with founders and boards.
• Drive transaction readiness by tightening reporting and governance.
• Provide strategic finance support including budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Project management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Cash flow management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems (NetSuite, Sage, Xero)

Job description

About the role

Are you a seasoned CFO who loves variety and thrives under pressure? Do you want to work with ambitious SMEs and PE-backed businesses, shaping strategy and driving growth?

Our Business Services & Outsourcing (BSO) team is growing, and we're looking for a Part time 3-4 day a week, Fractional CFO to join us on this exciting journey.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of fractional CFO engagements across multiple clients.
• Act as the senior finance voice, partnering with founders, boards, lenders, and investors.
• Drive transaction readiness by tightening reporting, governance, and management information.
• Provide strategic finance support: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, funding strategy, and M&A.
• Build strong commercial relationships and identify opportunities for Cooper Parry to add value.
• Scale advisory capability and support expansion into new markets.
• Drive improved financial performance, cash flow, and liquidity.
• Embedded strategic finance leader across a portfolio of clients in the South of England.
• Market development & practice growth (South of England).
• Risk management & governance frameworks.

About you

At Cooper Parry, we're in it together. All we ask of our people is that they play all in. You'll continuously strive to keep learning - whether you're a trainee or a Partner - and you'll be brave, stepping out of your comfort zone to tackle new challenges. Above all, be nice.

You're commercially sharp, highly organised, and ready to juggle multiple clients without breaking a sweat. You can parachute into new businesses, build instant credibility, and guide boards through complex decisions.

In addition to those core values, as a Fractional CFO you should:

• 10+ years operating at CFO level across multiple organisations.
• Proven experience with PE-backed or high-change environments.
• Track record in debt/equity funding, M&A, and strategic planning. Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Demonstrable track record of cash improvement, forecasting accuracy, and finance transformation.
• Strong Excel/Power BI; ERP exposure (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, Xero).
• Availability for 3-4 days per week across the South region.

About us

We've been dubbed 'the rebels of accountancy'. We're straight-talking. Never afraid to share our opinions. We put people and relationships before products and services, and deliver a streamlined, client-focused service - free from unnecessary red tape.

Check out our recent achievements:

• Best Companies' No.1 Accountancy Firm & No.30 Best Large Company to Work For in the UK
• Became B Corp Certified in 2023 and we're still the UK's largest accountancy B Corp, measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow
• Achieved 5 awards at the Inspiring Workplace Awards in 2025: winner in the Large Business category and best in class for inspiring People & Culture, Wellbeing, Inclusion and Employee Experience

What's in it for you?

Our people are the beating heart of our culture. We know that if you love working here, and you're given the trust and autonomy to work in a way that best suits you, you'll produce amazing results.

That's why we offer things like:

• A flexible approach to work - balancing working from home, in office or with clients
• A generous holiday entitlement
• An enhanced parental leave policy
• An enhanced pension scheme
• No dress code - just "wear something!"
• A multi-award-winning wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health
• Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities
• Cooper Parry social/sports clubs

Feeling supported and welcomed is such a big part of bringing your whole self to work. As an equal opportunities employer, we'll work with you to ensure you have everything you need to develop your skills and achieve your best.

Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process.

For the attention of agencies - unsolicited CVs will not be honoured. We will only accept CV submissions for roles briefed to you by our Talent Acquisition team.