CFO

CMA Executive is thrilled to be partnering with this fast-growing creative business, as they look to appoint their first CFO. The company works with some of the most recognisably global brands, and they thrive on innovation, collaboration, and a culture that values adaptability and excellence. To support the business as it scales, we are seeking a hands-on CFO to join the leadership team and drive financial strategy, operational efficiency, and transformative change.

What will the CFO role involve?

Working closely with the CEO and external investors, we are looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with proven experience in finance leadership, change management, and project delivery. This is a highly operational role where you will combine strategic vision with practical execution to support ambitious growth plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute a financial strategy that aligns with the company's growth objectives.
• Lead and rebuild the finance function into a reliable, analytically driven, business-partnering team that supports commercial decision making and scaling.
• Creation of project accounting, to provide accounting treatment compliant with appropriate GAAP, and to enable project performance assessment by project, project manager, service line, customer etc.
• Optimise and reorganise the two current finance systems used across UK and US into a single system, which is fit for growth.
• Support strategic initiatives including pricing models, new-market entry, commercial deals, partnerships, and M&A or capital raises when required.
• Act as a trusted commercial partner to leadership and project teams, translating financial insight into practical recommendations that elevate client profitability and business outcomes.

Skills and Experience Required

Suitable Candidate for the CFO / Finance Director vacancy:

We welcome candidates with experience as a CFO or Finance Director, particularly those from dynamic, fast-growth businesses.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance leader in a hands-on capacity.
• Strong track record in cultural alignment, fostering collaboration and adaptability.
• Expertise in change management and project delivery within fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a creative, entrepreneurial setting.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in private equity-backed businesses.
• Sector knowledge in creative, marketing, or digital industries.
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent financial qualification.

Why Join?

• Lead the company through a major strategic growth phase.
• Gain hands-on exposure to M&A, PE investment, and high-level strategic projects.
• Flexible, hybrid working with a collaborative leadership team.

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