Group Chief Financial Officer (Group CFO)

A Large-Scale, Vertically Integrated Apparel and Textiles Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel and textiles organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a financial leader to develop and implement financial strategies that align with organizational objectives. The role includes overseeing financial management, compliance, and team leadership. Candidates should possess significant experience in financial strategy and risk management. This position promises to drive performance and foster relationships with key stakeholders, promoting the organization's financial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organization's financial strategy.
• Ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Establish internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with business leaders to drive performance.
• Build relationships with financial stakeholders.

Job description

A. Strategic Leadership & Financial Planning

• Develop and implement the organization's financial strategy in alignment with growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability objectives.
• Lead annual and multi-year financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across all Strategic Business Units (SBUs).
• Provide insights to support new investments, joint ventures, global expansions, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Evaluate capital structuring options and recommend optimal funding models.

B. Financial Management & Reporting

• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting according to IFRS, local regulations, and best practices.
• Oversee group consolidation, cash flow management, treasury operations, and capital allocation.
• Drive profitability analysis, cost optimization, and group-wide financial efficiency initiatives.
• Monitor key financial KPIs and provide regular performance updates to the Board and Executive Leadership.

C. Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Establish and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and governance frameworks.
• Lead enterprise-wide risk management, covering financial, operational, regulatory, and supply‑chain risks.
• Ensure statutory compliance with tax, VAT, customs, audit requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Liaise with auditors and ensure prompt closure of audit observations.

D. Business Partnering & Operational Excellence

• Collaborate with CEOs/COOs/Heads of SBUs to drive business performance, margin improvement, and operational discipline.
• Champion digital transformation in finance, including ERP enhancements, analytics, and automation initiatives.
• Co‑ordinate financial activities across SBUs, focusing on cost control, inventory management, and working capital optimization.
• Support strategic operational decisions with robust financial modelling and scenario analysis.

E. Stakeholder Relations & External Interface

• Build strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, regulatory authorities, investors, and external partners.
• Lead fundraising efforts, debt structuring, refinancing, and major financial negotiations.
• Represent the organization in audits, board meetings, investor briefings, and financial reviews.
• Promote the organization's financial credibility through transparent communications with stakeholders.

F. Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Build and lead a high‑performing finance leadership team across group and business units.
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and the continuous enhancement of skills within the finance function.
• Foster a culture emphasizing integrity, transparency, performance, and accountability.
• Align finance teams with group strategy, values, and governance principles.