Director, Office of the CFO | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

FTI Consulting; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global advisory firm in the UK is seeking a professional in Corporate Finance & Restructuring to lead client engagements, develop financial models, and support business growth. The ideal candidate will excel in management, have strong Excel skills, and possess excellent communication abilities. This role includes significant client interaction and team leadership responsibilities, along with the opportunity for professional development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Market competitive benefits

Professional development programs

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams of junior resources to execute on client deliverables.
• Ability to synthesize and advise on complex financial concepts.
• Expertise in financial modeling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality client work and manage engagement work streams.
• Support business development and marketing initiatives.
• Participate in writing thought leadership pieces relevant to CFOs.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Microsoft Excel expertise

Interpersonal skills

Analytical and organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or economics

Professionally qualified (ACCA/ACA/CIMA), or equivalent

MBA or CFA/FP&A certifications

Tools

Power BI

PowerQuery

Job description

Overview

In FTI Consulting's Corporate Finance & Restructuring organization, we focus on our clients' strategic, operational, financial and capital needs by addressing the full spectrum of financial and transactional opportunities faced by corporations, boards, private equity sponsors, creditor constituencies and other stakeholders. Within the Corporate Finance & Restructuring segment, our practice offers solutions to support CFO's to help maximize the performance of the finance function and to position the CFO and their team for success in meeting increasing opportunities and expectations. This role will be a critical team member to help guide and execute client engagements, and also carries business development responsibilities in addition to client work. What You'll Do

• Performing high quality client work and develop client relationships for CFO advisory service assignments, including taking a proactive approach and anticipating client needs.
• Managing and 'hands on' leadership and direction of engagement work streams and projects with limited oversight to ensure high quality execution.
• Supporting Senior Managing Directors and Managing Directors in continuing to build and grow the practice. Develop knowledge management, including tools, methodologies, reports, models, work plans, checklists and processes.
• Assisting with practice development and marketing, including developing materials, surveys, events and case studies.
• Participating in writing thought leadership pieces relevant to CFOs and the OCFO practice.

How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

• Accounting & Financial Reporting Advisory: controllership & monthly reporting; financial close process optimisation; key account reconciliations; accounting policies and procedures; the adoption of technical accounting standards (UK GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP etc.); and financial controls documentation
• Finance Transformation: finance function assessments; operating model design; cost reduction; process optimisation (OTC, PTP, RTR) / automation and financial / management reporting rationalisation; data design and development; advanced data analytics
• Ability to synthesize and advise on complex financial and operational concepts and issues; and translate those to clear and actionable recommendations and insights.

Total Wellbeing

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families - physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits (including pension), supplemented by 15 flexible benefits, to meet your needs. These include health, lifestyle and family friendly options. We also offer professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

• Experience managing teams of junior resources to execute on client deliverables.
• Expertise with Microsoft Excel and strong ability to develop financial models with minimal oversight.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to gain the confidence and respect of senior level executives.
• Qualified candidates will view themselves as having superior leadership and technical skills, excellent project management and communication skills, a 'hands on' approach, as well as a sense of urgency and drive to help FTI service its clients.
• Results Orientation: Strong track record of delivery with strong reputation as a reliable consultant with a CFO advisory background, and an ability to meet clients' needs with great attention to detail.
• Strategic Orientation: Highly developed business acumen and readiness to engage in broader business issues.
• Influencing and Partnering: A change agent with a track record of delivery in similar advisory engagements and a collaborative personal style.
• Personal Motivation: An ambitious and entrepreneurial character that thrives in fast-paced environments and has a hands-on attitude with an ability to transform ideas into reality through execution.
• Team Player: Positive role model who coaches, instructs, mentors and balances work and personal commitments.
• Ability to develop creative approaches and solutions to resolve complex problems.
• Ability to quickly assimilate information in unfamiliar situations; action-focused, flexible and responsive.
• Experience in data analytics and using data to provide fact-based recommendations.
• Excellent listening, verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills and strong influencing skills. Expertise with creating PowerPoint presentations.
• Ability to travel to client locations and FTI offices as needed.
• Undergraduate degree in finance, accounting or economics, or equivalent.
• Professionally qualified (ACCA/ACA/CIMA), or equivalent.
• Strong experience across: financial / accounting consulting and advisory; or in a corporate finance rotational program focused on developing financial leaders, and/or in execution; or leadership development roles in an industry finance, accounting, and/or FP&A function.
• Expertise with Microsoft Excel with a strong ability to develop and scale financial models.
• MBA qualification or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) / Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) certifications are advantageous
• Experience with business intelligence or data analytics tools such as PowerQuery and PowerBI is preferred but not essential.
• Preferred experience in at least one of the three key offerings:
• Planning Performance & Management: development and build of reporting and forecasting tools to support annual budgeting, rolling forecast processes, long-range planning and cash flow forecasting; development of operational KPIs, profitability analyses and dimensional P&L reporting; experience with integrated three statement models and capital allocation / strategic option evaluation

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by-side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 7,900 employees located in 32 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award-winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.7 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.