Chief Financial Officer

Keeler Recruitment Ltd; South Norfolk; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeler Recruitment Ltd. is helping a highly specialised UK group recruit a Chief Financial Officer to lead the UK finance function and partner with the CEO, board and European leadership.

The role combines strategic financial leadership with hands-on management, overseeing reporting, forecasting, investment decisions and due diligence on acquisitions, while driving transformation, robust controls and scalable finance systems for future growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience.
• International exposure and track record of leading transformation.
• Experience presenting at Board level.

Responsibilities

• Lead UK finance function and partner with CEO, Finance Director and Board.
• Shape financial strategy, oversee reporting, forecasting and investment decisions.
• Drive transformation, systems upgrades and enhanced performance insights.
• Support growth including acquisitions and due diligence.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Board-level communication

M&A due diligence

Transformation experience

Regulatory compliance

Education

CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Keeler Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a highly specialised £50m-turnover UK group to appoint a Chief Financial Officer. This is a high-profile role with direct exposure to senior leaders within a major European parent company backed by a leading private equity firm. It combines strategic influence at international level with hands-on leadership of the UK Finance function in South Norfolk.

The CFO will work closely with the CEO, Finance Director and Board to shape the financial strategy of the UK business. The remit includes financial operations, reporting, forecasting, investment decisions and presenting financial performance and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders. The role requires someone confident operating at European senior level, able to build strong relationships across Group Finance, Risk, Strategy and Executive teams, and comfortable travelling to Europe when required.

The group is entering a period of significant growth, including planned acquisitions. The CFO will play a central role in assessing opportunities, supporting due diligence, ensuring financial integrity throughout transactions and helping integrate acquired businesses into the wider Group.

There is also a major transformation agenda. The CFO will lead technology and systems upgrades, modernise reporting frameworks, strengthen controls and drive improvements in efficiency, automation and business insight. This includes ensuring the Finance function is scalable and ready for future expansion.

This position suits someone seeking a long-term leadership role. The business is looking for an individual who can commit to the organisation’s growth journey over the next decade and beyond, combining senior international influence with day-to-day involvement in the UK operation.

Candidates should be qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience, strong multinational exposure and a track record of leading transformation and presenting at Board level. Applicants must meet regulatory requirements for senior financial roles.