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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Client Manager, Tax Services
About BDO UK
BDO UK provides comprehensive services across:
- Tax
- Audit and assurance
- Advisory
- Business outsourcing
Our clients are Britain’s driving economic force—ambitious, entrepreneurially driven, high-growth businesses that power the economy. Our partners and staff are field specialists who tackle challenges proactively with flexibility and innovation. Our clients consistently reward us with outstanding recommendations (95% would recommend us).
BDO UK operates from 17 locations across the UK, covering major business hubs. Our 8,000 people share core values that shape our culture and client relationships, aligning with a strong focus on ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) initiatives. We encourage every employee to bring their uniqueness to work, fostering innovation and integrity.
As part of the BDO global network, we form a powerful alliance of 1,776 offices in 166 countries, with 115,700 people worldwide. This global integration opens doors to unparalleled professional and career opportunities.
We seek individuals from diverse backgrounds who align with:
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- A proactive, flexible mindset
- Strong integrity and innovation
About the Role
BDO UK is looking for a bold, entrepreneurial Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our Client Manager, Tax Services, delivering exceptional financial insights and shaping strategic direction for high-growth businesses.
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Responsibilities
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Leadership and Strategy:
- Provide bold financial leadership and strategic oversight to drive client small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
- Act as a trusted advisor to client management teams, offering feasible tax and financial strategies tailored to growth ambitions.
- Champion innovation to enhance BDO’s service delivery and client satisfaction, fostering the company’s entrepreneurial spirit.
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Client Growth & Relationships:
- Build and nurture high-value relationships with key decision-makers across target clients.
- Identify opportunities to expand service offerings to clients driven by sustainable, long-term outcomes.
- Work closely with colleagues to grow and retain client engagements.
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Team Leadership & Culture:
- Inspire and support a team that’s proactive, client-focused, and aligned with BDO’s values.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders across BDO to ensure alignment with broader strategic goals.
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Innovation & Adaptability:
- Stay ahead of economic, regulatory, and industry trends to deliver intelligent, tailored tax advice and solutions.
- Embrace flexibility and curiosity to adapt quickly to market changes or client needs—just as our clients do.
Key Requirements
- Experience & Expertise:
- Proven track record as a CFO or equivalent financial leadership role, particularly within tax-advisory, accounting, or finance for high-growth businesses.
- Extensive experience dealing with UK SMEs, demonstrating an understanding of how they operate, their challenges, and opportunities for financial planning.
- In-depth knowledge of tax strategies, financial regulations, and best practices.
- Consistently achieves high individual performance, setting an example for excellence.
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Mindset & Attitude:
- Entrepreneurial drive with bold ambitions to elevate client service and business outcomes.
- Culture of ownership, collaboration, and accountability—aligned with BDO’s mantra of “bringing your best self to work.”
- Commitment to BDO’s core values: trust, partnership, engagement, ownership, and integrity.
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Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent client-facing communication, ensuring personal rapport and professionalism with all stakeholders.
- Strong ability to distil complex financial and regulatory information for strategic decision-making.
- Collaborative and empathetic with a strategic mindset.
Benefits of Joining BDO UK
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Professional Growth:
- Opportunities to enhance expertise and impact within a global firm renowned for quality and innovation.
- Be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of financial advisory and growth-focused businesses.
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Work-Life Balance & Culture:
- A workplace culture that encourages authenticity—fostered by our core values and focus on employee well-being.
- Flexibility to apply your unique strengths and passions to日常工作.
Together, let’s promote sustainable growth and aligned opportunity for BDO and our clients.
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