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Role: Chief Finance Officer (CFO)Location: Esher, SurreyReports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Salary: Competitive (TBC)Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentDaytona is the UK’s leading outdoor karting business, with award-winning venues and a passionate team that puts experience and safety first. They're entering a new phase of strategic growth and transformation—and they’re looking for a forward-thinking Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to lead their financial strategy.THE ROLEAs CFO, you’ll sit at the heart of their leadership team, working directly with the CEO and other senior stakeholders. You will take full ownership of Daytona’s financial operations, strategy, forecasting, and controls ensuring that we achieve sustainable growth and hit ambitious EBITDA targets across the Group.ROLE RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Financial LeadershipLead all aspects of cashflow management, stock control and financial forecastingProvide robust insights to support strategic decision-making and growthOwn risk management, funding strategies and M&A due diligenceDeliver cost-saving initiatives and margin improvement across the groupOperational Finance & ReportingLead budgeting cycles, management accounts, and payrollOversee stock management across multiple departmentsMaintain compliance including VAT, PCI DSS, and annual auditsEnsure reporting deadlines and statutory obligations are always metTeam Management & DevelopmentLead and develop a high-performing finance teamMentor and support your direct reports (Management Accountant and Purchase Ledger)Champion a culture of accountability, accuracy, and process improvementCOLLABORATION & INTERNAL RELATIONSYou will work closely with various internal stakeholders, including:CEO: Strategic financial planning and reportingCOO: Day-to-day management of the Daytona businessSales & Marketing Teams: Monthly revenue forecasting and budgetingOperations & Engineering Teams: Capex planning, asset managementHR Team: Workforce planning, payroll considerations, and financial forecastingVenue General Managers: Finance meetings and budget reviewsABOUT YOUProven senior finance experience, ideally within multi-site operations or leisure/retailStrong analytical mindset and commercial acumenConfident communicator, able to influence at board levelHands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentsACCA / ACA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)BENEFITSA pivotal role within the senior leadership teamThe opportunity to shape the financial future of a leading motorsport brandCompetitive salary and bonus structureFree karting, great team events, and generous staff perks