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Chief Financial Officer

£150k - £165k per annum
Full-time
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Harper May is working with a well-established retail operator with a strong multi-channel presence across the UK and selective international markets. The business is privately held, operationally mature, and has delivered consistent growth through disciplined omnichannel expansion and supply chain optimisation. Recent investment has sharpened the executive team and created capacity for strategic financial leadership. The organisation is now seeking a Chief Financial Officer to anchor its next phase of scaled growth and operational refinement.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will own all financial strategy, planning, and governance. The remit spans P&L oversight, capital allocation, cash management, and working capital optimisation across stores, distribution, and head office operations. You will sit on the executive team and Board, providing both strategic insight and commercial challenge as the business enters a period of operational restructuring and geographic expansion.


* Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with long-term growth and profitability targets

* Lead monthly and annual budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning across all trading channels

* Manage cash flow, working capital, and inventory economics in a high-volume retail environment

* Oversee financial controls, statutory reporting, audit, and tax compliance

* Build capability within the finance team and embed best practice in financial management

* Support investment appraisal and capital expenditure decisions on store rollout and infrastructure

* Provide clear performance reporting and financial counsel to the Board and executive peers

What we are looking for


* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification or equivalent international qualification

* Proven CFO or senior finance director experience in retail, wholesale, or consumer goods

* Solid grasp of retail economics - stock turn, margins, cash conversion, and inventory risk

* Track record of embedding financial discipline and upgrading reporting capability

* Board-ready presence with the ability to challenge and shape strategy, not just report

* Leadership experience building and developing a finance function


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Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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