1. Involvement in a buy and build.
2. Opportunity to lead a PE backed exit
About Our Client
This is a well-established and profitable SME organisation operating within a high growth market segment providing technical/engineering support services for off-site operations. Following recent PE investment they will continue to grow organically and with bolt on acquisitions with the intention of an exit within a three year timescale.
Job Description
3. Own the end-to-end finance function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
4. Partner with the CEO and PE investors to deliver strategic financial insight and value creation.
5. Lead financial planning and analysis to support growth initiatives and M&A activity.
6. Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and governance across the business
7. Manage relationships with external adviser's, auditors, and banks
8. Build and develop a fit-for-purpose finance team as the business scales
9. Support commercial decision-making through data-driven analysis and scenario modelling
10. Oversee tax, treasury, and statutory reporting requirements
The Successful Applicant
A successful applicant for this role must have:
11. Formal accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent)
12. Experience as a Number 1 Finance Director or a Head of Finance reporting to a CFO.
13. Exposure to buy-side M&A or corporate finance activity is required.
14. Experience of operating in a sub £10m T/O SME business is required.
15. Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset, a progressive career trajectory with ambition to grow into a PE-experienced leader.
16. Background in technical /engineering offsite contracting services advantageous
17. Excellent communication skills and ability to influence at board level.
18. Hands on attitude combined with broader commercial and strategic abilities.
19. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
20. The kudos, energy and personality traits required to engender confidence from the Board, external investors and business adviser's.
What's on Offer
Based in South Leicestershire, easily commutable from Leicester, Coventry, and Northampton
21. Salary: £100,000-£120,000
22. Equity participation and buy-in option available
This role offers a unique chance to step into the private equity world, take ownership of a finance function, and play a pivotal role in a high-growth journey.If you qualify with the stated criteria and you're ready to accelerate your career and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.