Group Chief Financial Officer

Who you are

• 10+ years of senior finance leadership experience in regulated financial services, banking, wealth management, fintech or a similar complex environment
• Strong background in FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and performance analysis
• Proven experience with financial control, group consolidation, statutory reporting, audit management and tax oversight
• Demonstrated ability to manage cash, liquidity, treasury and capital allocation in a multi-entity business
• Experience working with boards, shareholders, auditors and senior executives in a high-accountability setting
• Strong understanding of regulated financial services environments and the discipline required to operate within them
• Excellent communication, judgement and integrity, with the ability to simplify complexity for senior stakeholders

What the job involves

• 11:FS Holdings is seeking a Group Chief Financial Officer to lead the finance function through the next stage of the Group’s development. This is a senior strategic role at the centre of a multi-jurisdictional financial services and technology group, with responsibility for building a robust financial operating model that supports growth, control and governance
• Working closely with the CEO office, Board, shareholders and key advisers, you will shape group-level financial strategy, strengthen reporting and ensure the finance function provides clear insight for decision-making. The role combines commercial partnership with disciplined oversight across planning, capital allocation, treasury, statutory reporting, audit and controls
• As the Group expands in complexity, you will modernise the finance function and help create the infrastructure needed to support acquisitions, regulated activities and international operations. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a highly credible finance executive who can bring structure, judgement and pace to a fast-moving environment
• Own the Group’s financial strategy and operating model, defining how finance should be structured and scaled across entities
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and board commentary to provide clear and decision-useful insight
• Oversee group consolidation, statutory accounts, audit management, tax coordination and financial controls
• Manage treasury, liquidity forecasting, capital allocation and cash visibility across the Group
• Support prudential and regulatory finance obligations, including relevant governance, reporting and capital planning requirements
• Partner with the CEO, Board and shareholders on strategic planning, funding decisions, acquisitions and restructuring activity
• Strengthen finance processes, systems, workflows and automation to improve reliability, speed and auditability
• Lead and develop the finance team, setting high standards for accuracy, accountability and commercial judgement

The application process

• Initial review of CV and cover note
• Introductory conversation with the Deputy CEO
• Interviews with senior leadership and relevant stakeholders
• Final discussion on scope, regulatory fit and compensation