Chief Financial Officer
Salary/Rate:c.£150,000 per annum
Type of work desired:Perm
Desired work region:London
Sector:Transportation & Logistics
Post Date:17. 04. 2025
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- Highly seasoned Chief Financial Officer with over 17 years of expertise, specialising in the logistics sector.
- Led full finance, HR, risk, and contracting functions across multiple jurisdictions, driving operational efficiency and financial stability.
- Delivered long-term strategic plans, business unit budgets, and detailed cashflow forecasting to support sustainable growth.
- Scoped, selected, and implemented the group’s first ERP system, significantly improving reporting speed and accuracy.
- Negotiated new banking facilities, supporting expansion and securing funding for major projects.
- Oversaw successful M&A activity, including joint venture negotiations and post-merger integration.
- Implemented risk management frameworks, improving oversight and mitigation planning at senior leadership level.
- Developed and embedded operational processes, enhancing governance, supplier management, and profitability.
- Delivered R&D tax claims and introduced initiatives to optimise cash returns and investment strategies.
- Built and coached high-performing leadership teams, embedding a culture of accountability and commercial focus.
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