Deputy CFO

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Deputy CFO to support the Partner & CFO. This role includes driving financial strategy, overseeing fund management, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a CA/ACA chartered accountant designation, experience in team management, and strong knowledge of FCA reporting. The position offers a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Enrolment in LTIP

29 days annual leave

Increasing annual leave with tenure

Competitive pension contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• CA/ACA chartered accountant with Big 4 audit experience.
• Proven experience in senior finance leadership roles.
• Strong technical expertise with FCA reporting.

Responsibilities

• Act as right hand to the CFO, contributing to financial strategy.
• Oversee financial management of various funds and investor reporting.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks, leading on reporting.

Skills

Financial strategy

Fund accounting

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Team management

Analytical skills

Education

CA/ACA chartered accountant

Job description

Equifind is proud to be partnering with a dynamic and rapidly growing European Alternative Asset Manager, which currently oversees close to $8 billion in assets under management (AUM). This entrepreneurial firm specialises in capital solutions, opportunistic credit, collateralised loan obligations(CLOs), and other structured products.

As the firm gears up for the launch of its latest Fund, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join as Deputy CFO, playing a key leadership role in supporting the Partner & CFO and driving financial strategy, operations, and compliance within the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Act as the right hand to the CFO, contributing to the firm’s financial strategy and decision-making.
• Oversee the financial management of multiple funds, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Manage fund accounting, valuations, and investor reporting.
• Oversee capital calls, distributions, and financial statements for various investment structures.
• Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., AIFMD, SEC, FCA regulations).
• Lead on regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring best-in‑class governance and controls.
• Work closely with investment professionals, senior leadership, and external advisors.
• Provide commercial insights to support deal structuring and investment decisions.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high‑performing finance team.
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive base salary.
• Enrolment in the companies LTIP.
• 29 days annual leave.
• Increasing annual leave with tenure.
• Competitive pension contribution from the business.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Plus a host of other great benefits!

Application requirements:

• CA/ACA chartered accountant, preferably with a background in Big 4 audit.
• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role.
• Strong technical expertise with up-to‑date knowledge of FCA reporting.
• Experience in team management, including recruitment, training, and performance appraisals.
• Background in financial services, preferably in alternative asset management or banking.