Chief Financial Officer

Camino Search; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy is seeking an experienced CFO to shape its financial strategy and drive commercial performance. This executive role demands leadership within a high-growth environment, focusing on building agile finance teams and influencing board-level decisions while contributing to the long-term value of the business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CFO in a high-growth, PE-backed or founder-led business.
• Strong track record in scaling international service organizations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Financial strategy

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Emotional intelligence

Job description

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

Base pay range

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CFO Practice | C-Suite & Boards | Technology, Tech Enabled & Business Services

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Professional Services, Engineering Services, and Construction

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