| A talented & commercially astute Chief Financial Officer is sought to assess new business opportunities and oversee existing investments. Working alongside the CEO, the Chief Financial Officer will be an astute accountant, hands-on with company finances and commercially sharp, advising and recommending on the best options of growth for the business. They'll consistently offer up savvy solutions to any problems that may arise and outside-the-box ideas for new opportunities for the business, always pushing the boundaries and themselves to ensure that Horatio achieves the best possible results. The team consists of an operations and support team of 20 experts and professionals based in Glastonbury, Somerset. A range of investments have already been made across a diverse portfolio, which includes Formula 1, international horses, fast beauty, aviation software, human resource tools, renewables, real estate, hospitality and a number planned for the near future. Background - The role is broad and would suit a seasoned professional looking to apply their financial skills in a hands-on environment with significant input to business management
- The investments are varied, so experience and knowledge across a variety of business sectors would be beneficial
- Previous experience working with a successful entrepreneur
- Experience across both SME and corporate environments
Skills - Qualified member of an accountancy body or holder of an equivalent qualification
- Experience managing cash flows of companies going through significant growth
- Private Equity transactions and strategy
- Excellent experience across legal, tax, regulatory and HR
- Strong understanding of finance and risk, cash management, debt, personal tax & corporate tax (some experience with international tax would be an advantage)
Personal Specification - Energetic, highly motivated, with an ever-enquiring mind
- Passion for excellence and innovation in pursuit of business growth and success
The role is based out of truly unique hi-spec private offices, with 30 acres of green land surrounding it, along with in house gym and fresh lunches provided every day and a great team. Based in-between Glastonbury & Wells, so relocation/short commutable distance is a must for this role. |
