CFO

Robert Walters UK; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Finance Leadership Opportunity - Consumer Goods/Beauty Sector Seeking an experienced finance leader to drive strategy and operations for a high-growth consumer goods business. This role partners with senior leadership to enhance financial performance, oversee global operations, and lead cross-functional projects.
Senior Finance Leadership Opportunity

We are partnering with a fast-growing consumer goods business seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee global financial operations, drive strategic initiatives, and support commercial growth. This role works closely with the senior leadership team to provide financial insights, optimise processes, and ensure robust controls across international markets.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead multi-regional financial operations, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to drive commercial performance and business growth.
• Present financial results, key drivers, and performance insights to leadership.
• Manage capital structure, working capital, and liquidity to maintain financial stability.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, board packs, and KPI tracking.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and other key stakeholders.
• Implement strong internal controls to safeguard assets and minimise risk.

Key Requirements:

• Significant senior finance leadership experience within the consumer goods, beauty, or retail sectors.
• Proven success in managing complex, multi-regional financial operations.
• Strong expertise in FP&A, financial reporting, and commercial finance.
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and local tax regulations.
• Experience with ERP systems and digital finance transformation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Results-driven, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with fund-raising or exit strategies is a plus.

What's on Offer:

This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving, globally recognised brand and play a pivotal role in its continued success. The business offers a collaborative culture, exciting projects, and opportunities to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates