Chief Financial Officer

Harper May is supporting a fast-evolving financial services business as it enters a new phase of growth and innovation. With an established reputation in the market and a commitment to delivering high-quality, client-centric solutions, the company is now seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its financial strategy and governance as part of the executive team.

About the Company:
The business provides a range of bespoke financial services solutions across both B2B and B2C markets. With a strong platform for growth and a forward-looking leadership team, the organisation is now focused on strengthening its financial infrastructure, supporting expansion, and enhancing regulatory excellence in a competitive market.

Role Overview:
As CFO, you will play a key leadership role in shaping the financial future of the organisation. Reporting to the CEO and Board, you will drive strategic financial planning, strengthen governance and controls, and provide the financial insight required to support informed decision-making across the business. The role offers significant scope to contribute to the firm’s long-term growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the group’s financial strategy in alignment with corporate objectives

• Provide financial oversight across the organisation, driving transparency, compliance, and robust risk management

• Deliver high-quality reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis to support the Board and executive leadership

• Oversee capital management, treasury, liquidity, and working capital optimisation

• Ensure all statutory and regulatory reporting obligations are met to the highest standard

• Build and scale a best-in-class finance function, embedding operational discipline and continuous improvement

• Support M&A activity, investment decision-making, and long-term strategic initiatives

• Act as a key point of contact for external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators, and investors

• Partner closely with the CEO and leadership team on corporate strategy and business planning

Key Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent), with extensive post-qualified experience

• Strong background in financial services, with deep knowledge of regulatory and reporting environments

• Proven leadership experience at senior finance level, ideally including prior CFO or deputy CFO exposure

• Outstanding commercial acumen with the ability to influence at Board level

• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and financial control frameworks

• Experience with complex financial models, reporting systems, and data-driven decision-making

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong stakeholder management capability

• Hands-on, adaptable leadership style with the ability to operate strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment