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Chief Financial Officer SPEC Group is growing, and we need a leader who can guide the financial systems that empower us. We're searching for an experienced chief financial officer to join our team of high-performing professionals and keep our finances positioned for continued success. The CFO will have a day-to-day, ongoing impact on company operations, helping us to analyze, strategize, and grow our financial position. This seasoned strategist not only will understand current accounting practices and trends, but also will have experience raising capital and adapting to change, whether it's through growth or downsizing. As a member of senior management, the CFO will be comfortable in a leadership role that requires clear and effective communication skills. Objectives of this role Take responsibility (either directly or via staff) for all cash management, investments, insurance, budgeting, and financial reporting, and help drive the company's financial strategy and hiring needs Coordinate development of annual operating, capital, and program budgets, as well as reporting for the same Ensure cash flow is compatible with operations by overseeing day-to-day accounting, recording, reporting, and internal-control activities of the organization Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a well-controlled yet flexible organization that has strong fiscal management, project coordination, cross-team communications, and workflows Comply with national and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation and taking appropriate action Responsibilities Work with senior managers to efficiently develop budget proposals, provide access to project finance information, and ensure contract/grant compliance and reporting Research revenue opportunities and economic trends, analyze internal operations, and identify areas for cost reduction and process enhancement Perform risk management through analysis of company liabilities and investments, and evaluate and manage capital structure and fundraising initiatives Oversee HR operations by coordinating with external service providers (ex: payroll, benefits, recruitment) and internal staff responsible for other aspects of HR Monitor business performance with tracking tools, establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports for earnings calls, management team, and rest of company Manage finance personnel and oversee financial IT systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory entities (ex: Financial Accounting Standards Board, Internal Revenue Service, state attorneys general) Required skills and qualifications Five or more years of experience in executive leadership roles Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills Understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning Working knowledge of how to raise capital outside traditional lines of credit Preferred skills and qualifications Bachelors degree (or equivalent experience) in accounting, business accounting, or finance International finance experience Experience with oil, gas, refinery companies Experience working with multinational companies Experience in mergers and acquisitions and investor relations Professional certification
Job Title: Chief Financial Officer Location: London Salary: Competitive Salary Job Type: Full Time We are a leading IT technology provider offering solutions across all IT sectors to a broad range of clients in all industry sectors. We have nationwide coverage and work with clients across the globe supporting their solutions on a 24-hour basis. The group has offices across the UK and internationally. The Role: We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to manage the finance function of the group which is currently over £35M per annum and to provide strategic guidance to the board on the best ways to streamline the accounts function within the overall operation as it develops to meet the needs of the group and its customers. The Candidate: You will have held a similar position in the past managing a large finance function and providing high level business reporting to the board and suppliers alike. Whilst a comprehensive understanding of IT technology isn't essential, experience of working within a service-related business is required. Benefits include assistance with travel and optional healthcare. We will require the successful candidate to work a full week mainly based in our City of London Offices. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Chief Financial Officer, CFO, Head of Finance, Senior Accountant, Group Accountant, Finance Director, Head of Accounts, CIMA, AAT, Corporate Finance Manager, Finance Operations Director, Financial Accountant may also be considered for this role.