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Blackwaters is supporting a rapidly scaling, health‑tech business with its first CFO search. Having recently secured investment from a top‑tier, mid‑market VC investor, we’re looking for an experienced CFO to support growth in the UK and internationally.

This business is set for explosive growth globally.

• Work with the main board and investors to develop and execute group financial, commercial and operational strategies.
• Create a best‑in‑class finance function, with an emphasis on accurate reporting, systems, controls, and working capital management.
• Maximise value via robust commercial analytics; pricing management; and margin improvement strategies.
• Act as an agent for positive change, promoting efficiency, consistency and collaboration.

• Experience as a Venture or Private Equity CFO who has seen at least one high‑growth scenario.
• Track record of delivering value, via strategic and commercial initiatives.
• Experience of international expansion.

The role is based in Edinburgh and will require 2‑3 days a week there; you’ll need to roll up your sleeves and be heavily involved in operations.

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Finance

Industries: Technology, Information and Media, and Hospitals and Health Care

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Biotech

Cardiff, UK

Salary up to £200,000 + Benefits

A leading biotech company specialising in cutting‑edge solutions for the healthcare sector. The organisation is committed to innovation, research, and operational excellence.

The CFO will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for driving financial strategy, overseeing financial operations, and supporting business growth. They will work closely with the CEO and Board to ensure financial sustainability and efficiency across global markets.

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and reporting to support strategic decision‑making.
• Oversee financial operations, risk management, and compliance.
• Drive efficiency in cost control, cash flow management, and capital allocation.
• Manage investor relations and stakeholder communications.
• Support M&A activities and growth initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory and corporate governance compliance.

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with extensive leadership experience.
• Proven track record in a CFO or senior financial leadership role, ideally within biotech, life sciences, or a regulated industry.
• Experience in managing global financial operations.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

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£30m turnover SME in the manufacturing / engineering sector recruiting an experienced senior finance partner to provide robust and effective Business Partnering to the CEO/VP of the business. Part of a larger international Group

A keen eye for the detail. Personally dive deeply into the detail and become the expert in all processes, data and information to provide up to date and pro-active insights.

A superior attention to detail and ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining a view of the big picture.

Full responsibility for the finance function, providing financial input into strategy and project planning, monitoring business performance and suggesting improvements to increase efficiency, insight and control that scale with the business.

Responsible for producing the monthly management accounts, forecasting, budgeting and annual statutory reporting. To include cash and debtor management and tax compliance.

Provide business partnering to the CEO / VP to optimize financial performance and support effective business decisions.

Drive definition and implementation of standards and business specific guidelines in financial control processes.

Liaise with the auditors to ensure that the annual audits are managed effectively, and the statutory accounts are accurate, complete and delivered on time.

Qualified to degree level or equivalent with a proven track record in finance and accounting.

Possess an ACA, CIMA, ACCA qualifications or equivalent.

Experience of managing people.

Experience of leading a Finance team in a medium size business

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals; knows the competition; is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

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NOW CFO is a leading provider of financial consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses achieve their financial objectives. We deliver expert guidance in financial reporting, analysis, and strategic planning—tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CFO Consultant to join our team, supporting a variety of companies nationally. This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, driving strategic growth, and providing guidance on technology and data-driven initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep financial expertise combined with strong technical and analytical capabilities.

• Oversee all financial operations and planning activities
• Provide strategic guidance on technology investments and data analytics
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards
• Partner with senior leadership to drive growth and profitability
• Manage relationships with investors, lenders, and other external stakeholders
• Lead and mentor finance and accounting teams to ensure performance and development

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
• 10+ years of experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role
• Strong technical background with expertise in data analysis and technology integration
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations
• Proven ability to drive innovation and leverage technology within finance functions
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Diverse industry experience strongly preferred
• Salary range: $190,000 – $200,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance

If you have a strong background in financial leadership and a passion for integrating technology into financial strategies, we encourage you to apply and bring your expertise to the NOW CFO consulting team.

£30m turnover SME in the manufacturing / engineering sector recruiting an experienced senior finance partner to provide robust and effective Business Partnering to the CEO/VP of the business. Part of a larger international Group

A keen eye for the detail. Personally dive deeply into the detail and become the expert in all processes, data and information to provide up to date and pro-active insights.

A superior attention to detail and ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining a view of the big picture.

Full responsibility for the finance function, providing financial input into strategy and project planning, monitoring business performance and suggesting improvements to increase efficiency, insight and control that scale with the business.

Responsible for producing the monthly management accounts, forecasting, budgeting and annual statutory reporting. To include cash and debtor management and tax compliance.

Provide business partnering to the CEO / VP to optimize financial performance and support effective business decisions.

Drive definition and implementation of standards and business specific guidelines in financial control processes.

Liaise with the auditors to ensure that the annual audits are managed effectively, and the statutory accounts are accurate, complete and delivered on time.

Qualified to degree level or equivalent with a proven track record in finance and accounting.

Possess an ACA, CIMA, ACCA qualifications or equivalent.

Experience of managing people.

Experience of leading a Finance team in a medium size business

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals; knows the competition; is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team. This role is pivotal in driving the financial strategy, planning, and operations of our organization. The ideal candidate brings a wealth of experience in the C-Suite, preferably within the consultancy or people services industry, and has a successful track record of supporting Private Equity (PE) exits.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to bring their unique perspectives to our team.

• Strategic Leadership : Collaborate with the executive team to steer the company's financial strategy and business direction, ensuring alignment with our overall goals.
• Financial Planning & Analysis : Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting operations. Develop robust analytics to provide data-driven insights for decision-making.
• Private Equity Management : Lead preparations for PE exit, including managing investor relationships, optimizing financial structures, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Operational Excellence : Drive efficiencies across finance operations, identifying and implementing industry-leading financial systems and processes.
• Risk Management : Assess financial risks and opportunities, and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Team Leadership : Cultivate a collaborative and high-performing finance team by fostering professional growth, diversity, and inclusion.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, and investors, effectively communicating financial insights and updates.

• Proven experience as a CFO or senior financial executive, ideally within the consultancy or people services industry.
• Track record of leading or playing a key role in a successful Private Equity (PE) exit.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Expertise in financial modeling, planning, and analytics.
• Experience building, mentoring, and leading finance teams in a people-first way.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Advanced degree (MBA) and/or CPA is strongly preferred.
• A commitment to upholding diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of your role.

• Lead strategic discussions with the executive team and board on financial objectives and progress toward goals.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of detailed financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow projections.
• Guide your team to provide actionable insights based on financial data to drive business performance.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to financial regulations and standards.
• Manage negotiations with investors, banks, and other financial partners as needed.
• Create and support a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusivity within the finance team.
• Proactively monitor business risks and implement necessary financial safeguards.

We are excited to find someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to shape the future of our organization. Join us as we make an impact together!

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

Overview

Executive search and recruitment for Technology, Media & Consumer. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to join a global marketing agency. With a network spanning multiple continents and partnerships with some of the world’s most recognised brands, this is a pivotal role at a time of strategic transformation and growth. The business is embarking on a new chapter following a change of ownership and is seeking a commercially astute, strategically minded CFO to work in close partnership with the CEO. You will play a central role in shaping the organisation’s future, overseeing finance, commercial strategy, operations and compliance across a multi market, multi service offering.

As CFO, you will:

• Act as a key strategic partner to the CEO, driving performance, profitability and growth.
• Lead on all financial and commercial matters, including strategic planning, forecasting and investment decisions.
• Oversee business operations, ensuring systems and processes are fit for purpose and standardised across global markets.
• Shape commercial strategy, negotiating high value contracts with clients and suppliers and ensuring compliance across multiple business units.
• Manage financial reporting, budgets, working capital and risk, providing accurate insight to support decision making.
• Play a hands on role in preparing the business for a Private Equity environment, optimising operational and financial efficiency.

You will be a senior finance leader with proven success in driving business growth and managing change in a complex, multi market, marketing communications organisation (sector experience is essential, media agency preferred). Commercially sharp and operationally adept, you combine strategic thinking with hands on delivery.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience in senior financial leadership, ideally with exposure to private equity transactions or ownership transitions.
• A track record in commercial contract negotiation, profitability analysis and strategic business planning.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused approach in times of change.

This is more than a finance role, it is a chance to influence the strategic direction of a highly creative, globally recognised business at a defining moment in its journey. If you thrive in fast moving, growth focused environments and enjoy balancing commercial vision with operational rigour, this role offers a rare and exciting platform to make a real impact.

• Executive

• Full-time

• Finance and Strategy/Planning

• Marketing Services, Advertising Services, and Technology, Information and Media

Notes: This description excludes boilerplate and job board fragments and focuses on core responsibilities and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Planning
  • Develop and execute mid-to-long-term financial strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives and commercial model.
  • Lead financial planning, forecasting, and analysis across revenue streams including advertising, subscriptions, and virtual goods.
  • Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (e.g., DAU, ARPU, LTV, retention) to inform strategic and operational decisions.
• Capital Management & Risk Oversight
  • Establish and manage robust capital control processes, including payments, settlements, and cash flow optimisation.
  • Oversee tax planning, capital structuring, and foreign exchange risk mitigation.
  • Manage banking relationships and ensure sound treasury practices.
• Fundraising & Investor Relations
  • Design and execute fundraising strategies from seed to Series A (and beyond), including financial modelling, valuation analysis, and investor materials.
  • Lead investor communications and maintain strong relationships with VC, PE, and strategic partners.
  • Oversee equity structure, option pool allocation, and post-investment governance.
  • Support IPO preparation and long-term capital market strategy where relevant.
• Financial Operations & Governance
  • Build and lead a high-performing finance team covering accounting, treasury, FP&A, and risk functions.
  • Implement scalable financial systems and internal controls to support operational efficiency and compliance.
  • Collaborate with Legal and HR teams to ensure sound corporate governance, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.

• Essential:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline. Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CFA are highly desirable.
  • Industry Experience: At least 8 years of senior financial leadership experience within the internet, technology, or mobile app sectors. Proven exposure to monetisation models including advertising, e-commerce, subscriptions, and virtual currency.
  • Preferred Background: Candidates with prior experience in leading internet companies (Tier-1 tech firms) or those who have overseen financial operations for consumer-facing lifestyle service apps (e.g., food delivery, wellness, on-demand services) will be given strong preference.
  • IPO and Fundraising: Demonstrated success in fundraising from early-stage (angel/seed) to Series A or beyond. Familiarity with cap table structuring, valuation models, due diligence, and investor communications. (Bonus: Experience with a successful IPO, especially on NASDAQ.)
  • Financial Strategy & Modelling: Strong track record in building and managing financial models that inform strategic decisions across product monetisation and growth initiatives. Able to work with performance indicators such as DAU, ARPU, LTV, and retention rates.
  • Governance & Systems: Hands-on experience in setting up internal finance functions and governance frameworks. Skilled in cross-border and multi-currency financial operations. Knowledge of ERP and financial tools (e.g., Oracle, Kingdee, QuickBooks) and data analytics software (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau).
  • Leadership & Collaboration: Proven ability to build and lead finance teams from the ground up, while collaborating with other departments (e.g., Product, Legal, HR) to ensure financial integrity and corporate compliance.
  • Communication: Excellent communication, negotiation, and business acumen. Ability to navigate high-pressure environments and make sound, timely decisions.
  • Language Skills: Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is an advantage.
• Preferred:
  • Experience working with leading internet companies (e.g., Tier-1 tech companies) or having operational leadership over life-related services app products is highly desirable.
  • Previous experience with IPO project (e.g., NASDAQ) or having played a key role in a high-growth scale-up phase is a strong advantage.

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Private Equity-Backed Consulting Group | Manchester

Stanton House has been exclusively retained to appoint a Chief Financial Officer for a high-growth, PE-backed consulting group based in the North West. Backed by a respected mid-market investor, the business is entering a new phase following a successful restructuring and now requires a strategic, commercially focused CFO to lead the finance function and support the next chapter of growth.

The Opportunity

This is a critical leadership role for a CFO who can bring financial discipline, challenge assumptions, and work closely with the CEO, board, and investors to drive value. You’ll be responsible for building a high-performing finance function, executing the PE growth plan, and preparing the business for a successful exit within the current investment cycle.

The ideal candidate will bring not only strong technical and commercial acumen but also experience navigating change and creating alignment in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities:

• The business has recently undergone a restructuring phase and needs a proactive CFO to instil financial rigour, drive accountability, and support the leadership team in delivering a clear, sustainable strategy.

Finance Leadership & Control

• Lead a finance function, with a clear mandate to reassess structure, strengthen capability, and ensure best-in-class controls.
• Own group-level reporting, planning, and forecasting across multiple business units.
• Implement insightful dashboards, performance metrics, and board-level reporting packs.
• Maintain compliance with banking covenants and manage lender relationships.

Strategic Planning & M&A

• A clear M&A strategy is in place, targeting 3–4 bolt-ons over the next 2–3 years.
• You’ll lead the full deal lifecycle: SPA negotiation, due diligence (legal and operational), cultural integration, and post-deal optimisation.
• Lead on refinancing activities to fund future acquisitions.

Cash & Operational Efficiency

• Take full ownership of cash flow and working capital via a 13-week rolling forecast.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, improve margin performance, and support pricing and contract optimisation.
• Work cross-functionally with commercial and operational leaders to drive performance.

Governance, Infrastructure & Systems

• Oversee audit, tax, risk, and statutory obligations.
• Ensure finance systems and processes are scalable and aligned to growth, currently on NetSuite

Exit Prep

• Lead on all aspects of the exit, which is likely to occur in the next 2-3yrs (if not sooner)

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with extensive post-qualification experience.
• Demonstrable success as CFO in a PE-backed leveraged environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and M&A experience, ideally across both integration and execution.
• Previously supported or led on a successful exit process
• Comfortable in fast-paced, multi-site, or project-based business models.
• Collaborative, hands-on, and delivery-focused.

To be considered for this role, you must have prior experience as a Private Equity CFO, with a strong track record of leading M&A activity, driving bottom-line growth, and supporting successful exit strategies. Candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be progressed.

The business is headquartered in the North West, near Manchester, and requires a physical presence on site three days per week. Occasional travel to other locations may be necessary. As such, the client is specifically seeking candidates who are already based in the North West region.

If your experience closely aligns with the above, we encourage you to apply. Please note that, due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all unsuccessful candidates.

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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