Chief Financial Officer North West London
Excellent Salary Negotiable + Bonus + Executive Package & Benefits
About the Company Our client is a leading RC frame, groundwork and civil engineering subcontractor delivering complex projects across the residential, commercial and infrastructure sectors throughout London and the wider U.K. With an annual turnover currently circa £150m and over £120m of secured work already confirmed for next year, the business continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the capital’s most respected specialist contractors. The company has built an excellent reputation for delivering technically challenging projects for a number of leading main contractors and developers across London and the South East. Having worked closely with this business for many years, we have developed a strong relationship with the directors and are able to provide detailed insight into the company culture, structure and long-term growth plans.
About the Opportunity Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects, our client is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join their senior leadership team based in North West London. This is a key strategic appointment within the business and offers the opportunity to play a major role in the company’s continued expansion and long-term development. The successful candidate will work closely alongside the Managing Directors and senior operational teams, providing commercial and financial leadership across all areas of the business.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading and managing the company finance function
Providing strategic financial direction to the board
Managing cashflow, forecasting and financial reporting across multiple live projects
Overseeing budgeting, financial controls and risk management procedures
Supporting commercial decision‑making and business planning
Liaising with banks, auditors, insurers and external advisors
Driving improvements to systems, reporting processes and operational efficiencies
Managing and mentoring finance staff within the business
Supporting the business through continued growth and future expansion plans
About the Requirements
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified preferred
Proven experience operating as a Chief Financial Officer or Finance Director within a construction, RC frame, groundwork, civil engineering or subcontracting environment
Previous experience working within businesses turning over £100m+
Strong understanding of construction-specific finance including CVRs, WIP reporting, subcontractor payments, CIS, applications, retentions and project cashflow forecasting
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to support operational and strategic decision-making
Experience producing board-level financial reporting and managing stakeholder relationships
Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
Experience leading and developing finance teams within a fast-paced construction environment
Reasons to Join This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected and well-established contractor with an outstanding reputation within the London construction market. The role offers genuine long-term prospects, the opportunity to work alongside an experienced leadership team and the chance to become a key figure in the continued growth of a business with an exceptionally strong pipeline of secured work.
About the Benefits & Rewards
Excellent salary negotiable depending on experience
Performance-related bonus
Executive benefits package
Pension contribution
Long-term progression opportunity
Stable and growing business with significant secured turnover
Opportunity to work on prestigious projects across London and the wider U.K.
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