Chief Financial Officer

Warner Scott Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 135,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Fractional Chief Financial Officer to enhance their finance function. This part-time role offers flexibility while driving strategic impact, ideal for a seasoned finance leader with a commercial mindset. Responsibilities include overseeing financial operations, developing forecasts, and ensuring compliance, all within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunity

25 days annual leave pro rata

Pension with up to 7.5% matched contributions

Potential to acquire company equity after 2 years

Flexible working around core hours

Diverse, inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years post-qualified experience leading a finance function.
• Strong expertise in financial forecasting and reporting.
• Exceptional communicator able to engage with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the finance function, managing a senior management accountant.
• Develop a 3-year financial forecast and strategy with the CEO.
• Ensure legal compliance across all financial operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial skills

Communication

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Warner Scott Recruitment provided pay range

This range is provided by Warner Scott Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Location: London, UK

Hours: Part-time, 2-3 days/week

Contract: Permanent

For over 13 years, our client has been a trusted leader in justice, policing, and public safety. Our purpose-driven team of experts delivers impact through:

• In-house think tank: Publishing independent, robust research on crime and justice reform.
• Consulting practice: Solving complex problems and transforming services for clients in policing, criminal justice, and government.
• Inquiries and reviews: Supporting public inquiries and reviews across justice, public safety, health, and more.

We’re a team of subject matter experts, many with direct experience in the sectors we serve, united by a mission to make communities safer.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Fractional Chief Financial Officer to elevate our finance function as we grow. This part-time role (2-3 days/week) is perfect for an experienced finance leader looking for flexibility while driving strategic impact. Working closely with our CEO and Executive Team, you’ll shape our financial strategy, enhance forecasting, and strengthen commercial decision-making.

This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a commercial mindset, either transitioning to reduced hours or thriving in a portfolio/fractional leadership capacity. You’ll be in our London office 2 days/week, collaborating with a dynamic team to support our mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the finance function, managing a senior management accountant and part-time support.
• Implement recommendations from a recent external review to enhance financial controls and commercial thinking.
• Develop a 3-year financial forecast and strategy with the CEO and Executive Directors.
• Oversee monthly reporting, budgeting, quarterly re-forecasting, cash flow, and audits.
• Ensure legal compliance across all financial operations.
• Provide commercial insights and negotiate fees based on rates and hours.

Who You Are

• 10+ years post-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with experience leading a finance function in a service-based industry.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills, with expertise in financial forecasting, reporting, and fee negotiations.
• Exceptional communicator, able to translate financial concepts for non-finance colleagues.
• Comfortable working with senior leadership and driving sustainable margin improvements.

What We Offer

• Salary: £110-135k p.a. pro rata, based on experience.
• Bonus: Performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Leave: 25 days annual leave pro rata (10-15 days) + Christmas office closure.
• Pension: Up to 7.5% matched contributions.
• Equity: Potential to acquire company equity after 2 years.
• Flexibility: Flexible working around core hours to suit your needs.
• Culture: A diverse, inclusive environment where your voice is valued.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Our client champions equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Strategy/Planning and Finance
• Industries
• Business Consulting and Services

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