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Liza Gratton

FD/CFO

I’m a commercially focused CFO supporting founder-led and owner-managed businesses in complex, cash-intensive environments. With experience at £500m+ group level, I strengthen forecasting, governance and financial control, providing clarity and stability during growth and change.

Liza Gratton – Fractional CFO – West Country

Track record highlights

  • I played a central role in scaling a multi-entity group from £85m to over £500m turnover, building a finance function, systems and control environment capable of supporting sustained and complex growth.
  • I designed and implemented a long-term, three-statement multi-entity forecasting model that strengthened strategic planning, supported funding discussions and enhanced shareholder visibility.
  • I managed highly complex and timing-sensitive cashflows within a fast-moving, high-volume environment, protecting liquidity while enabling operational momentum.
  • I worked closely with corporate finance advisers on acquisitions and a business disposal, leading financial modelling, due diligence preparation, data room management and transaction workstreams through to completion.
  • I navigated the financial and compliance implications of major regulatory developments, embedding robust governance while protecting cashflow and operational momentum.
  • I built and developed high-performing finance teams across multiple locations, mentoring individuals through professional qualifications and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Sector Experience

  • Construction
  • Services
  • Human Resources & Recruitment

Liza's specialist skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Designing forward-looking forecasting and cashflow models that provide clarity on performance, liquidity and risk, enabling confident decision-making.

Systems and Controls

Building and strengthening finance teams, systems and control frameworks to create scalable reporting structures and operational discipline.

Compliance

Embedding governance structures and managing regulatory change in complex environments, ensuring compliance while maintaining commercial momentum.

Leadership

Providing clear, practical financial insight to Boards and shareholders, translating complexity into informed strategic direction.

Managing Risk

Identifying and mitigating financial, cashflow and governance risks, ensuring the business remains resilient while pursuing growth and change.

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