Company: Novion Global LTD
Location: London
Reporting to: CEO
Hours per week: TBC
Job Overview
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading the financial strategy, financial management, and financial governance of Novion Global LTD .
The role ensures the financial health, sustainability, and regulatory compliance of the organisation while supporting strategic growth and operational efficiency .
The CFO will oversee all financial operations including:
- Accounting
- Budgeting
- Treasury management
- Tax compliance
The CFO will also provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and senior leadership team, supporting business decision-making and long-term corporate objectives .
The CFO must demonstrate strong financial leadership , deep knowledge of UK financial and regulatory frameworks , and the ability to develop scalable financial systems and controls suitable for a growing international organisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement the financial strategy aligned with the company’s long-term objectives.
- Act as a key strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team.
- Support corporate strategy, investment decisions, and growth initiatives .
- Provide financial insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Ensure financial sustainability and efficient capital allocation .
- Lead the company’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes .
- Develop financial models to support strategic planning and investment decisions.
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts .
- Provide regular financial analysis and performance reporting to senior management and the Board.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial efficiency and profitability .
3. Accounting & Financial Operations
- Oversee all accounting operations including:
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Payroll
- General ledger
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements .
- Ensure financial records comply with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements .
- Manage financial systems, accounting software, and financial data integrity .
- Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of financial transactions.
- Develop and maintain robust financial controls and internal control frameworks .
- Ensure strong financial governance practices across the organisation.
- Implement policies and procedures to safeguard company assets .
- Ensure financial reporting accuracy and integrity .
- Support Board oversight through transparent financial reporting.
5. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all relevant UK financial, tax, and corporate reporting obligations .
- Oversee statutory reporting, filings, and regulatory submissions .
- Coordinate external audits and ensure timely completion of audit requirements.
- Work closely with external auditors, accountants, and tax advisors .
- Ensure compliance with Companies House reporting obligations .
6. Treasury & Cash Flow Management
- Manage company cash flow, liquidity, and treasury functions .
- Monitor working capital requirements and financial resources.
- Oversee relationships with banks and financial institutions .
- Ensure effective management of company funds and financial reserves .
- Identify and manage financial risks affecting the company.
- Develop financial risk mitigation strategies .
- Ensure alignment between financial risk management and the company’s overall risk framework .
- Work closely with Compliance and Risk functions to support regulatory and operational risk management.
8. Investor & Stakeholder Reporting
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management, investors, and the Board where applicable.
- Support funding initiatives, capital planning, and investment discussions .
- Maintain transparency and accountability in financial reporting.
9. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Compliance, Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology teams to ensure coordinated governance and operational oversight.
- Provide financial guidance for new business initiatives, partnerships, and product development .
- Support financial evaluation of strategic projects .
10. Financial Systems & Process Improvement
- Implement and maintain scalable financial systems and reporting tools .
- Continuously improve financial processes and operational efficiency .
- Ensure data accuracy and strong financial reporting capabilities .
- Financial Leadership: Ability to lead financial strategy and guide executive decision-making.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK financial reporting, corporate governance, and taxation requirements.
- Analytical Skills: Strong financial modelling, forecasting, and performance analysis capabilities.
- Attention to Detail: High accuracy in financial reporting and financial controls.
- Communication: Ability to present financial information clearly to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to link financial strategy with overall business growth.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify financial risks and implement solutions.
- Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple financial priorities effectively.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA strongly preferred.
- Significant experience in senior finance leadership roles .
- Experience managing financial operations within a UK-based company .
- Experience implementing financial controls, reporting frameworks, and financial governance structures .
- Experience working with auditors, regulators, and financial institutions .
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