Chief Financial Officer

About This Role

As the CFO, you will be an integral member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company. You will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy, driving sustainable growth, and ensuring the fiscal health of the organisation. This position requires a forward-thinking leader with a strong background in retail, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to navigate complex financial landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

• To prepare a corporate strategy and annual business plan to ensure that the company attains its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible
• Liaise with Investors and be central to fundraising plans
• Manage the finance team efficiently and aid in development
• Work with the CEO & Board on the strategic vision including forecasting and cultivating stakeholder relationships
• Participating and developing new business opportunities for the group
• Ensuring that adequate controls are installed and maintained
• Provide the board with an operating budget and working closely to ensure pragmatic success
• Oversee the management and coordination of all fiscal activities for the organisation including revenue/expense and balance sheet reports
• Monitor banking activities of the organisation
• Oversee the production of monthly reports as well as financial statements and cash flow projections
• Review and monitoring of Group tax position, calculations and filings

Desired Skills And Experience

• Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA would be advantageous
• Must have extensive experience in leading and developing finance functions
• Strong technical accounting skills are highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience of managing and developing staff
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Excellent Excel skills