Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Red Recruitment is recruiting a Chief Financial Officer to join a dynamic, multi-functional business in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, commercially minded finance leader to drive financial strategy, support business growth and ensure strong financial control across the organisation.

Working closely with the CEO and wider leadership team, you will provide strategic financial insight, support and challenge decision-making, and help shape the future direction of the business.

The salary is up to £140,000 per annum, depending on experience. You will be required to work on-site a minimum of three days per week.

Benefits and Package for a Chief Financial Officer:

Salary: Up to £140,000 per annum, depending on experience

Location: Bristol; ideally based within a reasonable commuting distance

Contact: Permanent
Working arrangements: Minimum of three days per week on-site

A key leadership role, working closely with the CEO, board and senior leadership team

Opportunity to shape financial strategy and support business growth and transformation

Key Responsibilities of a Chief Financial Officer:

Lead the overall financial strategy, planning and performance of the business

Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management

Provide commercial insight and analysis to support strategic and operational decisions

Ensure robust financial controls, governance and risk management

Drive financial efficiency, profitability and sustainable growth across multiple business functions

Lead, develop and motivate the finance team

Support business transformation, investment decisions and potential mergers and acquisitions

Act as a trusted strategic partner to the CEO, board and senior leadership team

Key Skills and Experience of a Chief Financial Officer:

Proven experience operating at Chief Financial Officer or senior Finance Director level

A qualified accountant with an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification

Strong commercial and strategic finance experience within a multi-functional or complex business

Experience leading finance teams and influencing senior stakeholders

Strong financial planning, reporting, cash management and governance capabilities

Energy sector experience is preferred, ideally with exposure to the commercial and operational complexities of the industry

A hands-on, pragmatic approach, with the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery

If you have the relevant skills and experience and are interested in this position, please apply now!

Red Recruitment (Agency)