Chief Financial Officer

Global Accounting Network Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier League Club in London seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy and operations from its London base. The CFO will shape strategic decisions, ensure financial resilience, and drive transformative projects defining the organisation's future.

The role requires extensive senior financial management experience, strong accounting credentials, and expertise in FP&A, budgeting, and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior financial management experience.
• Experience in large-scale projects or capital programmes.
• Advanced professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Expert in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the club's vision.
• Lead financial planning and analysis to support executive decision-making.
• Direct major capital projects and monitor budgets and financing.
• Prepare annual budgets and provide performance reporting to the Board.
• Ensure compliance with Premier League, UEFA and regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with banks, investors and auditors.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial planning & analysis

Commercial acumen

Regulatory & risk management

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Financial modelling

Job description

Premier League football club require a Chief Financial Officer to join at their London base. The CFO will serve as a pivotal member of the executive leadership team, taking full responsibility for the financial strategy and operations of the club. This is not simply a financial management position, the CFO will be instrumental in shaping strategic decisions, ensuring financial resilience, and supporting transformative projects that define the organisation's future.

The Role -

• Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the club's vision; lead financial planning and analysis to support executive decision-making; ensure robust, efficient, and compliant financial operations across all regulatory requirements
• Direct the financial aspects of major capital projects, including the main stand redevelopment initiative; collaborate with project managers and contractors to monitor expenses meticulously and ensure strict budget adherence; manage financing and funding arrangements to secure necessary investments and ensure financial viability
• Prepare and manage the annual budget in alignment with strategic goals; monitor departmental expenditure rigorously, ensuring all teams operate within allocated budgets; deliver comprehensive financial performance reports to the Executive Chairman and Board
• Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, and regulatory bodies; communicate financial performance and strategic initiatives transparently to senior leadership; work efficiently with auditors to ensure timely and accurate financial audits
• Ensure adherence to all financial regulations including Premier League and UEFA guidelines; identify and mitigate financial risks through robust frameworks; maintain ethical and transparent financial practices; uphold company policies including Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities procedures

The Person -

• Extensive background in senior financial management roles with proven track record in large-scale project management
• Demonstrated experience in the sports, entertainment, or comparable industries preferred but not essential
• Advanced professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Expert-level proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and ERP systems
• Proven expertise managing construction or major redevelopment projects from a financial perspective
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, compliance frameworks, and risk management protocols
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical capabilities with strong numerical acumen
• Outstanding leadership abilities with experience mentoring and developing finance professionals
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage contracts with vendors and external partners
• Strong relationship-building capabilities across all organisational levels
• Advanced technical proficiency with financial software, ERP systems, and modern financial tools
• Strategic mindset with focus on driving sustainable, long-term growth