CFO - Part-time 

Company Background

Our client is a growing medical company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and improving health outcomes. With a collaborative leadership team and a track record of innovation, they now seek a commercially astute and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to support their growth trajectory in a part-time capacity (2–3 days per week).

This is a unique opportunity for a senior finance professional to play a strategic role in a business that is making a meaningful difference in the healthcare sector.

What’s on offer

• A business making a real impact in medical research and innovation
• Flexible, part-time role offering work-life balance
• Collaborative and values-driven leadership team
• Engaged, professional, and purpose-led culture
• Opportunity to influence strategy and drive growth
• Role with breadth – combining finance leadership with operational insight

The Role

As Part-Time CFO, you will work closely with the CEO and Leadership Team to ensure the financial strength and commercial success of the business. You’ll oversee the finance function while contributing to broader strategic and operational discussions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leadership and oversight of a small finance team
• Full financial stewardship – including P&L, statutory reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Business partnering with the CEO to support strategic planning and growth initiatives
• Providing commercial insights to support R&D and operational decisions
• Ensuring appropriate risk, controls, and compliance frameworks are in place
• Driving continuous improvement in systems and processes

Your Background

• CA/CPA/CIMA/ACCA qualified with senior finance leadership experience
• Experience in a commercial or NFP medical, research, or healthcare environment is desirable but not essential
• Proven ability to work both strategically and operationally
• Strong communicator with a collaborative, low-ego style
• Comfortable working part-time and in a dynamic, growing organisation

If you’re looking to contribute your expertise to a business that’s improving lives through research, and you value flexibility and purpose in your work, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are keen to apply for this CFO role, please contact Geoff Balmer at Richard Lloyd on 02 8324 5642, quoting reference 9459 or click on 'apply now' below.

Please submit your CV in Word format and note that due to the high volume of responses we receive only suitable candidates will be contacted.