NEW CFO Opportunity - Chelmsford, Essex - PE Backed Group Your new company Following a period of substantial expansion and renewed investment, our client-an established and fast-paced PE-backed UK manufacturing group-is looking to appoint an experienced and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer. This role will play a central part in defining the financial strategy, improving operational and reporting disciplines, and driving sustained EBITDA growth to support the group’s short and longer term strategic vision. Your new role The CFO will provide financial and strategic leadership across the group, delivering robust financial governance, improved reporting capability and enhanced cost control. The role requires close collaboration with the Group Managing Director and board to drive operational performance and efficiency across manufacturing operations. Key Responsibilities: Active board member and strategic business partner Manage relationships with PE, bank, auditors and lawyers. Reporting & management of funding, working capital, invoice finance and cashflow. Integrate acquisition, realise operational and cost efficiencies Strengthen cost control and support operational efficiency within manufacturing Lead IT strategy, including cybersecurity, ERP optimisation and the adoption of emerging technologies such as data visualisation and AI. Monthly presentation to Board and PE Annual statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance What you'll need to succeed Demonstrable experience of working with Private Equity, M&A & exit processes Proven experience as a CFO/FD within a manufacturing or industrial environment Experience driving operational improvement, lean manufacturing or continuous improvement programmes Background in systems modernisation and ERP transformation Strong commercial and operational partnering skills Excellent communication and presentation skills What you'll get in return A senior leadership position with significant influence on business performance Shape and lead the organisation’s strategy and drive PE-driven value creation The chance to modernise processes, systems and digital capability across the group Salary & Benefits Salary in the region of £125,000 to £140,000 Bonus Car/Car allowance Pension Health insurance Life cover 25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4784277