CFO AIM Listed Professional Services business
- Permanent
City of London, London
The details
Marks Sattin Executive Search is working with an AIM-listed professional services business to appoint a commercially focused and technically confident Chief Financial Officer. This is a key leadership role with full ownership of the finance function, working closely with the CEO and Board to support both operational delivery and long-term strategic goals.
The CFO will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and controls while leading a high-performing finance team. They will help shape business strategy through a focus on cash management, operational efficiency, and profitability. The role includes active involvement in investment decisions, regular engagement with institutional investors, and ownership of financial communications. This individual will also play a central role in board reporting, investor relations, and financial presentations. They will work closely with internal teams across legal and commercial functions, and bring a hands-on, pragmatic approach to managing both day-to-day operations and broader strategic initiatives.
The Ideal Candidate:
- A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)
- Uniquely, the client is open to considering a step-up candidate from a listed business, or a CFO from an investor-backed company.
- Demonstrates both financial rigour and a sharp commercial outlook
- Skilled at communicating financial insights to internal and external stakeholders, including investors
- Able to work in close partnership with the CEO and senior leadership while providing constructive challengeConfident managing external relationships across audit, legal, and banking partners
- Brings energy, initiative, and a hands-on approach when needed
- Strong leadership presence, with the ability to influence and support decision-making at all levels
Due to the high level of applications, we can only reply to those candidates with relevant experience.
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