Acuity Associates is partnering with a veterinary services organisation in Hook to seek a Fractional CFO. Working closely with the leadership team, you will provide critical financial insight and strategic direction, ensuring a clear roadmap for sustainable growth. Your key focus will be a comprehensive financial review, covering management accounts, cash flow, budgets, and KPIs, to establish a breakeven point and drive profitability. You'll assess cost-to-serve, identify growth drivers, and define the customer base needed for success. Initially, the role may require greater involvement, transitioning to an oversight function as key processes are established.
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct an in-depth financial assessment, including cash flow, budgets, and management accounts
2. Define key performance indicators and establish a clear breakeven point
3. Provide financial clarity on profitability and cost structures
4. Identify business drivers and determine customer numbers needed for sustainable growth
5. Work closely with the leadership team to develop a financial strategy for organic, long-term growth
Ideal Candidate
1. Proven experience as a CFO, ideally veterinary services or related industries
2. Strong analytical ability to assess financial performance and provide actionable insights
3. Expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting
4. Ability to communicate financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders
5. A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, able to work collaboratively with the leadership team
Location: Hybrid 1-2 days per week, with travel to Hook (potentially more in the initial period).
Application Process: All applicants will be required to complete The Acuity Measure assignment as part of the recruitment process to assess their suitability for the role.
Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Other
Job Function
Veterinary Services
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