Part Time CFO/Financial Controller

SF Recruitment; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic and growing AIM-listed company is seeking a part-time CFO / Financial Controller to lead its finance function. The role is home-based with travel between Woking and York, offering flexibility in working patterns. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial processes, delivering timely reports to the CEO and Board, and ensuring robust financial controls are in place. Ideal for an experienced accountant with strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Direct exposure to CEO and Board

Qualifications

• Proven track record in setting up financial systems and processes.
• Experience in a similar CFO or Financial Controller role.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the finance function and bring accounts in-house.
• Develop management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and reports.
• Work with CEO and Board to provide financial insights for decision-making.
• Implement financial controls and ensure compliance.
• Manage cashflow, balance sheet, and P&L reporting.
• Liaise with auditors and external stakeholders.
• Provide commercial input for business growth.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and flexible 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)

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.