Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Benchmark Recruit; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven financial services business is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer to shape financial strategy and drive operational excellence. This senior leadership role involves overseeing financial planning, leading transformation efforts, and mentoring a finance team while collaborating with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong background in senior finance roles within high-growth businesses.
• Experience in scaling businesses and leading financial teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy development and execution.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage day-to-day financial operations and team development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Financial Analysis

Job description

Are you a forward thinking strategic Chief Financial Officer? If so, an opportunity has arisen to join a community-driven financial services business who are about to scale and transform. This is a senior leadership role where you will play a key part in shaping the financial strategy, driving operational excellence, and providing strategic direction for the business as it scales to the next level. If you’re a visionary and innovate leader with hands-on experience in scaling businesses and leading financial transformations, you don’t want to miss this one…

A Day In The Life As The CFO:

• Lead the development and execution of the financial strategy, working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive business growth and ensure financial success. Your guidance will shape the long-term direction of the business as it expands.
• Oversee all aspects of financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling. Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to support key decision-making processes and ensure financial goals are met.
• Play a central role in leading the financial transformation efforts to ensure the business is ready for scaling. Streamline operations and drive efficiency across all financial functions to support growth.
• Manage the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring that the business runs smoothly and that financial processes are efficient, effective, and aligned with strategic objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team. Inspire and guide them to reach their full potential while maintaining alignment with the business’s strategic financial goals.
• Work closely with the CEO and other key stakeholders, providing them with financial insights and reports that support business decisions and maintain financial stability.

The Candidate

• You have a strong background in senior finance roles (CFO, Finance Director, or Group FC) within high-growth commercial / financial services businesses.
• Experience in scaling businesses and leading financial teams through transformation and high growth.
• You might the current FD or Group FC looking for a step up or the current CFO ready for a change and ready for more input in the direction of the business.
• You can think strategically, with a track record of making high-level financial decisions that drive growth, streamline operations, and support business objectives.
• A proven leader, skilled in building and leading high-performing teams while effectively collaborating with senior stakeholders and driving change across the business.
• While you will lead the strategic direction, you are comfortable being hands-on with day-to-day financial management and operations while keeping an eye on the bigger picture.

Get in touch with [e-mail]. We’d love to chat to anyone who is interested in hearing more.

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