Chief Financial Officer

Job DescriptionNEW 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 groups 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 efficienciesStrengthen cost control and support operational efficiency within manufacturingLead IT strategy, including cybersecurity, ERP optimisation and the adoption of emerging technologies such as data visualisation and AI.Monthly presentation to Board and PEAnnual statutory reporting, audit and tax complianceWhat you''ll need to succeedDemonstrable experience of working with Private Equity, M&A & exit processesProven experience as a CFO/FD within a manufacturing or industrial environmentExperience driving operational improvement, lean manufacturing or continuous improvement programmesBackground in systems modernisation and ERP transformationStrong commercial and operational partnering skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsWhat you''ll get in returnA senior leadership position with significant influence on business performanceShape and lead the organisations strategy and drive PE-driven value creation The chance to modernise processes, systems and digital capability across the groupSalary & BenefitsSalary in the region of 125,000 to 140,000BonusCar/Car allowancePension Health insuranceLife cover25 days holiday plus 8 Bank HolidaysWhat you need to do nowIf 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

Created: 2026-04-28