Chief Financial Officer

Harper May is working with a specialist investment firm focused on providing tailored debt funding to high-growth businesses. As the firm continues to scale and diversify its portfolio, it is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to lead its finance function and help shape the next phase of growth.

Role Overview:
Reporting directly to the Managing Partners, the CFO will oversee all aspects of fund and corporate finance, including investor reporting, liquidity management, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning. This is a key leadership role, combining hands-on operational control with high-level strategic oversight in a fast-moving investment environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead fund and management company finance operations, including NAV reporting, fund accounting, capital calls, and distributions

• Deliver high-quality financial reporting to investors, partners, and regulatory stakeholders

• Manage external relationships with auditors, administrators, legal counsel, and tax advisors

• Support fundraising and investor onboarding through modelling, due diligence, and reporting readiness

• Develop financial reporting infrastructure and KPIs to support business performance and portfolio oversight

• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning across the group

• Maintain strong financial governance, internal controls, and risk frameworks in line with regulatory expectations

• Contribute to deal execution and structuring, including post-deal financial integration where applicable

• Lead, develop, and scale the finance function to support future growth

Key Requirements:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent

• Senior finance leadership experience within a debt fund, credit platform, or alternative investment business

• Strong technical accounting background with deep knowledge of fund structures and investor reporting

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including FCA and AIFMD

• Commercial acumen and the ability to influence business strategy

• Exceptional communication skills, with experience liaising with investors and stakeholders

• Hands-on, pragmatic mindset and a strong sense of accountability