Chief Financial Officer | Executive Board Appointment
Location: South Norfolk
Salary range: £115,000 – £150,000
The Opportunity
Atkinson Moss Leadership recruitment have been engaged to support an outstanding opportunity for a proven, commercially minded Chief Financial Officer or ambitious Group Finance Director or Controller to join a highly successful, privately owned group of companies generating £50M+ turnover.
Headquartered on the Norfolk/Suffolk border, the group operates across high-volume, techenabled consumer and business services. Following a sustained period of commercial stability and expansion, the board is seeking a strategic finance leader to oversee group financial operations, and partner with the board to drive long-term strategic growth.
The Role
Reporting directly to the executive board, the CFO will take full leadership of the group finance function, driving both day-to-day financial stewardship and high-level corporate strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Serve as a core member of the executive leadership team, shaping overall group strategy, evaluating growth initiatives, and optimizing financial performance.
- Financial Stewardship & Planning: Drive corporate budgeting, robust cash-flow management, statutory reporting, and long-term financial modelling.
- Operational Efficiency: Lead, mentor, and elevate the existing finance and administrative team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and commercial clarity.
- Governance & Risk: Oversee internal controls, risk management framework, tax planning, and regulatory compliance across all operating units.
- Board Communication: Deliver clear, actionable financial insight and forecasting to the executive board and shareholder group to support key investment decisions.
The Candidate
We are seeking an established C-suite finance executive or a senior Group Finance Director or Controller ready to step into a main board appointment.
Essential Requirements
- Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification executive experience.
- Board-Level Gravitas: Proven track record operating within mid-market commercial businesses (££50M+ turnover).
- Commercial Acumen: Strong experience balancing rigorous financial governance with a pragmatic, growth-oriented commercial mindset.
- Leadership & Influence: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of building high-performing teams and working collaboratively alongside founders, CEOs, and non-executive directors.
What’s on Offer
- Base salary between £115,000 and £150,000 (commensurate with experience).
- Comprehensive executive package
- A pivotal board position within a fast-moving, stable, and entrepreneurial business located in an easily accessible regional hub.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Chief Financial Officer in Diss employer: Atkinson Moss Ltd.
Atkinson Moss is an exceptional employer located in Diss, Norfolk, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With a competitive pension scheme, flexible working options, and a strong focus on career progression, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The inclusive environment fosters collaboration and support, making it an ideal place for HR professionals to lead and innovate in their field.
