Part Time CFO / Financial Controller

SF Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a part-time CFO/Financial Controller to oversee the finance function. This home-based role involves regular travel and offers the opportunity to shape financial strategies in a growing AIM-listed company. The candidate should have a strong accounting background and excellent communication skills to collaborate with the CEO and Board.

Benefits

Flexible, part-time working arrangement

Home-based role with business travel

Direct exposure to the CEO and Board

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in an AIM-listed business is ideal.
• Proven track record in SME financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the finance function, bringing accounts in-house.
• Develop and deliver timely management accounts, budgets, forecasts.
• Work with the CEO and Board for financial insights and recommendations.
• Implement financial controls, processes, and reporting systems.
• Manage cashflow, balance sheet, and P&L reporting.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Proven track record of managing financial systems

Flexible and proactive approach

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Part-Time CFO / Financial Controller

Location: Home-based with regular travel between Woking and York

Working Pattern: 2-3 days per week (flexible)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded CFO / Financial Controller to join the team on a part-time basis. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board, this role will be instrumental in strengthening the financial capabilities as the business continues to grow.

The successful candidate will lead the transition of the accounts function in-house, implement robust financial processes, and establish clear management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. This is a high-impact role suited to someone with strong commercial acumen and the ability to operate strategically as well as hands-on.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the finance function, bringing accounts fully in-house.
• Develop and deliver timely management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and board reports.
• Work with the CEO and Board to provide financial insight, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Implement financial controls, processes, and reporting systems to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage cashflow, balance sheet, and P&L reporting.
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and external stakeholders as required.
• Provide commercial input to support business growth initiatives and operational improvements.

Key Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience working within an AIM-listed business is ideal.
• Proven track record of setting up and managing financial systems and processes. Preferrably in an SME company.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to provide meaningful financial insights to senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with the CEO, Board, and external stakeholders.
• Flexible and proactive approach, comfortable working both strategically and hands-on.
• Willingness to travel regularly between Woking and York.

What's on offer

• Flexible, part-time working arrangement (2-3 days per week).
• Home-based role with business travel.
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the finance function of a dynamic and growing AIM-listed company.
• Direct exposure to the CEO and Board with the ability to influence decision-making at the highest level.