Strategic Chief Financial Officer | Growth & Analytics

Halma plc; Newtown (CT); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Halma plc is seeking a Chief Financial Officer in Newtown, CT, to lead the finance organization, translate financial data into actionable insights, and partner with the CEO on growth, strategy, and governance. The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and M&A activities, with travel up to 30% and collaboration across the Halma global finance network. The ideal candidate brings SaaS revenue recognition expertise and a track record in high‑growth environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; CPA required; MBA preferred.
• Healthcare IT or Healthcare Technology experience preferred.
• 10+ years in financial operations including accounting, reporting, planning, and controls.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions; software/SaaS revenue recognition is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Strategically align finance with business goals and drive ROI optimization.
• Lead finance team, partner with CEO and leadership on financial strategy and risk management.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and end-to-end financial planning.
• Coordinate with global finance peers and drive governance, controls, and compliance.
• Provide insights on capital allocation, acquisitions, and growth opportunities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

M&A experience

SaaS finance

Communication skills

Executive presence

Education

CPA

MBA

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

NetSuite

Job description

Halma plc is seeking a Chief Financial Officer in Newtown, CT, to lead the finance organization, translate financial data into actionable insights, and partner with the CEO on growth, strategy, and governance. The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and M&A activities, with travel up to 30% and collaboration across the Halma global finance network. The ideal candidate brings SaaS revenue recognition expertise and a track record in high‑growth environments.