Location: Dorset – Hybrid (3 days per week in the office)
Our client is a private equity-backed UK-based design and manufacturing business with international supply chain operations. The company operates within a growing technology-enabled product market and has experienced significant expansion in recent years, tripling in size since investment. With revenues and headcount growing, the business is now entering the next phase of its scale-up journey.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking a commercially focused and hands‑on Chief Financial Officer to play a key role in driving performance and supporting continued growth.
Working closely with the CEO, Chair and investors, the CFO will professionalise and optimise the finance function while acting as a strategic partner to the leadership team. This is a broad role requiring both operational delivery and strategic input within a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high‑performing finance function
Deliver robust financial reporting, KPIs and board‑level insight
Own budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes
Manage cashflow and optimise working capital
Drive margin improvement and commercial performance analysis
Ensure compliance across financial, tax and governance matters
Manage investor reporting and stakeholder relationships
Support commercial decision‑making, pricing and contractual negotiations
Oversee systems and data improvements to enhance reporting and visibility
Contribute to strategic planning and value‑creation initiatives
Candidate Profile
Has operated at CFO or Finance Director level (strong first‑time CFO candidates will be considered)
Has experience in growing £5–50m revenue businesses, within product‑led, assembly or manufacturing environments
Has led improvements in financial systems, reporting and controls
Brings strong operational capability alongside strategic thinking
Ideally has experience within a private equity‑backed setting
Is able to be office‑based in Dorset at least three days per week
This is a high‑impact opportunity to join an ambitious, investor‑backed business at a pivotal stage of development, with significant opportunity to influence performance and long‑term value creation.
Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to all unsuccessful candidates.
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