An ambitious, fast-growing IT services business near Merseyside is about to receive investment to accelerate its next phase of growth. With strong recurring revenues, a loyal customer base and a highly capable technical team, the business is embarking on a buy-and-build strategy. They are now seeking a readily available Finance Director / CFO to partner with the founders and investors to professionalise the finance function, drive value creation and support an active acquisition programme. The company requires a commercially minded Finance Director / CFO who can: Build robust financial infrastructure. Provide strategic insight to the Board. Lead M&A execution and integration. Support investor reporting and value creation. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Board Leadership Act as a trusted partner to the founders and investors. Provide high-quality MI, forecasting and financial insight to support strategic decisions. Support long-term planning, valuation and exit readiness. Financial Control & Infrastructure Design and implement scalable financial systems, controls and processes. Build a best-in-class finance function suitable for a growing group. Oversee budgeting, cashflow, working capital and performance reporting. M&A Lead financial due diligence on acquisitions. Build acquisition models and investment cases. Manage funding structures, completion accounts and post-deal integration. Create consistent reporting and performance management across acquired businesses. Investor & Stakeholder Management Own the relationship with investors on all financial matters. Deliver clear, credible reporting and covenant compliance. Support future fundraises or refinancing as required. The ideal candidate will be available quickly, commercially minded, deal-capable finance leader who thrives in growth environments. Successful candidate - A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Experienced in a Finance Director or senior finance role within a growing SME or PE-backed business. Comfortable operating in an entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment. Experienced in M&A, integrations or transaction support. Highly analytical but also pragmatic and commercially focused. Experience in IT services, SaaS, MSPs or other recurring-revenue technology businesses would be highly advantageous, but not essential.