Interim CFO - PE‑Backed Business | Transformation | Hands‑On Leadership
Location: [Birmingham]
Duration: Interim - 6 months
Start: Immediate / Short Notice
Sector: PE‑Backed | High‑Growth | Transformation
We're partnering with a private equity‑backed business undergoing a period of accelerated growth and operational change. To support this next phase, we're seeking an exceptional Interim CFO who combines strategic capability with a deeply hands‑on approach to building a high‑performing finance function from the ground up.
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The Opportunity
This role is ideal for an interim finance leader who thrives in a 'build stage', evolving environments where building structure, discipline, and financial rigour is mission‑critical. You will be the key financial partner to the CEO and PE investors, while rolling up your sleeves to implement better processes, improve visibility, and strengthen financial governance.
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Key Responsibilities
* Build the finance function, including people, processes, reporting and controls
* Develop robust FP&A, cashflow forecasting, budgeting and KPI frameworks
* Implement improved financial systems, processes and monthly reporting cycles
* Shape and drive the value creation plan alongside the CEO and private equity backers
* Lead on cash management, working capital disciplines, and cost control
* Support strategic initiatives such as pricing, margin improvement and operational efficiency
* Provide clear, timely and reliable financial insight to both the board and investors
* Mentor and uplift the finance team, embedding a culture of accountability and commercial focus
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The Person
* Proven experience as an Interim CFO in a PE‑backed or highly leveraged environment
* Comfortable operating in detail-hands on, sleeves up-while balancing strategic oversight
* Track record of building or transforming finance functions
* Strong systems, process and controls mindset
* Commercially sharp with excellent stakeholder management skills
* Able to hit the ground running and create immediate impact
* Thrives in high‑change, growth‑focused environments
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