Group Finance Director Job Description: Group Finance Director We are partnering with a high‑growth, private equity–backed services organisation to appoint a Group Finance Director. This is a pivotal, value‑creation leadership role rather than a traditional reporting-led finance position. The successful candidate will play a central part in driving commercial, operational, and strategic performance, while engaging directly with the Board and investors. This is a hands‑on, delivery-focused appointment suited to an individual who thrives in PE-backed, fast‑paced, transformative environments with ongoing M&A and an exit event on the horizon. This appointment is centred on value creation, financial leadership, and investor confidence. The Group Finance Director will focus on: * Driving commercial outcomes and enterprise value * Strong cash, covenant, and banking management * Delivering buy-and-build M&A activity * Leading integration and transformation programmes * Preparing the business for a successful exit Key Responsibilities * Lead the finance function through a period of significant growth, M\&A, and value creation. * Operate as a strategic partner to the CEO, Board, and private equity investors. * Drive cash management, liquidity, covenant compliance, and banking relationships. * Lead the execution and integration of acquisitions within a buy‑and‑build strategy. * Prepare the organisation for an exit event (secondary, recap, or sale). * Oversee finance transformation, including ERP, BI, and reporting enhancements. * Provide high‑quality Board and investor reporting, insight, and challenge. * Build a scalable finance team suited to a high‑growth, PE-backed environment. We are looking for the below:- * Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA). * Proven experience as CFO or Finance Director within a PE-backed or investor‑led organisation. * Hands-on experience delivering an exit or major investment milestone. * Direct exposure to M\&A transactions, including delivery and post‑deal integration. * Strong track record in cash management, banking, and covenant oversight. * Significant Board-level and investor-facing experience. * Demonstrable success delivering finance systems / ERP / BI transformation. *Personal Attributes * Commercially astute, credible, and able to influence at Board and investor level. * Hands-on leadership style with a bias for action and delivery. * Thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments. * High integrity, resilience, and commitment to value creation. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4762365