Chief Financial Officer | Executive Board Appointment
The Opportunity
Atkinson Moss Leadership recruitment have been engaged to support an outstanding opportunity for a proven, commercially minded Chief Financial Officer or ambitious Group Finance Director or Controller to join a highly successful, privately owned group of companies generating £50M+ turnover.
Headquartered on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, the group operates across high-volume, techenabled consumer and business services. Following a sustained period of commercial stability and expansion, the board is seeking a strategic finance leader to oversee group financial operations, and partner with the board to drive long-term strategic growth.
The Role
Reporting directly to the executive board, the CFO will take full leadership of the group finance function, driving both day-to-day financial stewardship and high-level corporate strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
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Strategic Leadership: Serve as a core member of the executive leadership team, shaping overall group strategy, evaluating growth initiatives, and optimizing financial performance.
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Financial Stewardship & Planning: Drive corporate budgeting, robust cash-flow management, statutory reporting, and long-term financial modelling.
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Operational Efficiency: Lead, mentor, and elevate the existing finance and administrative team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and commercial clarity.
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Governance & Risk: Oversee internal controls, risk management framework, tax planning, and regulatory compliance across all operating units.
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Board Communication: Deliver clear, actionable financial insight and forecasting to the executive board and shareholder group to support key investment decisions.
The Candidate
We are seeking an established C-suite finance executive or a senior Group Finance Director or Controller ready to step into a main board appointment.
Essential Requirements:
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Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification executive experience.
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Board-Level Gravitas: Proven track record operating within mid-market commercial businesses (££50M+ turnover).
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Commercial Acumen: Strong experience balancing rigorous financial governance with a pragmatic, growth-oriented commercial mindset.
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Leadership & Influence: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of building high-performing teams and working collaboratively alongside founders, CEOs, and non-executive directors.
What’s on Offer
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Base salary between £115,000 and £150,000 (commensurate with experience).
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Comprehensive executive package
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A pivotal board position within a fast-moving, stable, and entrepreneurial business located in an easily accessible regional hub.
How to Apply
To request a preliminary discussion, please apply directly or contact Will Palgrave-Moore at Atkinson Moss.
All applications and inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality
