Chief Financial Officer
Sector:Software & IT Services
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£150,000 per annum
Town/City:Manchester
County:Greater Manchester
Job ref:39694 S15
Post Date:13. 03. 2025
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About the Role
A high-growth and innovative software company is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial strategy, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. This is a pivotal role within a scaling business, requiring a commercially astute leader with a proven track record in technology, SaaS, or software-driven industries.
As CFO, you will work closely with the CEO, Board, and investors, leading on financial planning, M&A, fundraising, and risk management. You will oversee the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls while providing strategic insight to support international expansion and commercial growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Shape and execute financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Lead fundraising and investor relations, working with venture capital, private equity, and institutional investors.
- Drive M&A activity, including due diligence, integration, and financial modelling.
- Provide strategic financial insights to guide decision-making at Board level.
- Strengthen financial governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and cash flow management to support scalability.
- Build and develop a high-performing finance team, embedding best practices and operational efficiency.
Skills & Experience:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience.
- Extensive leadership experience in a software, SaaS, or technology-driven business.
- Strong expertise in fundraising, M&A, and investor relations.
- Proven success in scaling businesses, managing financial risk, and driving commercial growth.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board level.
- Agile and hands-on leader, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
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