Chief Financial Officer

A-SAFE GROUP


Date: 12 hours ago
City: Elland
Contract type: Full time
Do you have a passion for building world-class finance teams, processes and systems? Join A-SAFE as our Chief Financial Officer and help shape the future of a fast-growing, global leader in workplace safety solutions.

The Opportunity

As the Group Chief Financial Officer at A-SAFE, you will serve as a strategic partner to the Co-CEOs and the executive team, providing leadership in financial strategy, planning, and management. This critical role is responsible for ensuring robust financial control, compliance, and reporting, while driving efficiency and performance across the organization. The CFO will oversee global financial operations, as well as Group Purchasing, ensuring alignment with business objectives and supporting A-Safe’s continued growth and innovation.

In This Role, You Will

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy that supports the company’s short- and long-term objectives.
  • Ensure rigorous financial control across all global subsidiaries, implementing and maintaining robust internal controls and procedures
  • Establish a performance cadence across global subsidiaries, ensuring consistent reporting and accountability.
  • Identify and implement process improvements, including championing the adoption of Robotic Process Automation and AI in financial operations to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
  • Lead and develop the finance & purchasing team, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring that team members are equipped with the skills, tools, and knowledge to drive continuous improvement and succeed.
  • Support the Co-CEOs in evaluating and executing strategic initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, and new market entries.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • Extensive experience as a CFO or senior financial leader within a global organization, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
  • Proven track record of delivering financial control, compliance, and operational excellence.
  • Strong understanding of international financial regulations, accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP), and tax laws.
  • Experience in a global, matrixed organization with an ability to influence and collaborate across regions and departments.
  • Strong experience with building tools, rules and processes
  • Experience leading and developing high-performing finance teams across multiple geographies.

Key Personal Attributes

Hands-on: Demonstrates a strong drive to deliver measurable business results through a hands-on, personal approach.

Collaborative: Builds strong, productive relationships with key stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Innovative: Champions new ideas and continuously seeks ways to improve financial processes, technology, and engagement.

Why A-SAFE?

Since 1984, A-SAFE has been a pioneer in industrial safety, inventing the world’s first industrial-strength polymer safety barrier. Today, we continue to lead the industry with cutting-edge solutions like our award-winning IoT system, RackEye. With 17 international subsidiaries, we partner with global giants such as Amazon, Coca-Cola, and BMW to enhance workplace safety. Learn more about our Customer Success Stories here.

At A-SAFE we put our values at the heart of the business.

  • We Are Pioneers
  • We Are in it Together
  • We Do the Right Thing

Our Commitment to Diversity

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. At A-SAFE, we believe our differences fuel innovation and enrich our work environment.

Ready to help us set new standards in workplace safety?

Apply today and start your journey with A-SAFE Group. Explore our Careers Page for more opportunities.

How to apply

To apply for this job you need to authorize on our website. If you don't have an account yet, please register.

Post a resume

Similar jobs

Exhibition Coordinator

A-SAFE GROUP, Elland
1 week ago
Location: Head office in Elland, West YorkshireWorkplace type: OnsiteDo you want to help shape the future of workplace safety?The OpportunityWe are looking for an Exhibition Coordinator to play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of exhibitions and events across A-SAFE’s global network. Based at our UK headquarters, the role is operationally focused but demands tactical problem-solving and...

Director of Global Services

A-SAFE GROUP, Elland
2 weeks ago
Shape the Future of Global Service ExcellenceLocation: Elland, West Yorkshire - with international travelAt A-SAFE, we’re not just protecting people and infrastructure. We’re redefining what safety means in the modern industrial world. As pioneers of the world’s first industrial-strength polymer safety barrier, we’ve built a reputation for innovation, quality, and customer trust. Now, we’re looking for a visionary leader to...