Job Title: Chief Financial Officer – Professional Services Business (PE BACKED)
Salary: £180,000 - £225,000 + Bonus + Equity | London (Hybrid)
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The Opportunity: Our client, a leading professional services business operating across the UK and parts of Europe, backed by private equity, is seeking an experienced and high-quality Chief Financial Officer. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic financial leader to join a fast-paced and growing organization poised for expansion through both organic growth and mergers & acquisitions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic direction and oversight to the finance function, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
* Collaborate closely with the executive team to drive business growth initiatives, including identifying and evaluating M&A opportunities, by offering valuable financial insights and analysis.
* Develop and implement robust financial controls and processes to support the companys growth objectives and enhance profitability.
* Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including investors, lenders, and advisors, to ensure compliance and facilitate strategic decision-making.
* Drive operational efficiency and performance improvements through data-driven analysis and continuous process optimization.
Requirements:
* Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferable.
* Proven track record of success as a CFO in a professional services or related industry, preferably within a private equity-backed environment.
* Experience scaling and ultimately exiting a private equity-backed business would be highly desirable.
* Extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, including deal structuring, due diligence, and integration.
* Strong financial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights for senior leadership.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.
* Operational and commercial mindset, capable of balancing strategic financial management with day-to-day operational demands.
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