Marks Sattin Executive Search is working with a PE-backed B2B services business in the search for an experienced CFO to work closely alongside the CEO and PE house. The business has ambitious plans to build a leading group through a buy-and-build strategy, with significant opportunity for further growth through acquisition.
The CFO will play a pivotal role in shaping the group's strategy, leading its acquisition agenda and supporting the overall development of the business. Taking overall responsibility for the financial leadership of the group, overseeing financial strategy, planning, forecasting, cash management, financial reporting and governance. They will ensure robust financial controls, regulatory compliance and appropriate risk management frameworks are in place. Acting as a key strategic partner to the CEO, they will contribute to wider business strategy, commercial decision-making and operational performance, taking an active role in driving the business forward.
A key element of the role will be leading the end-to-end M&A process, from evaluating acquisition opportunities and financial due diligence through to deal structuring, transaction execution and post-acquisition integration. The CFO will work closely with the CEO and PE house to shape the acquisition strategy, assess financial and commercial risks and ensure successful integration of future acquisitions.
Alongside this, the CFO will lead the development and professionalisation of the finance function, strengthening group reporting, management information, financial controls and systems. They will also work across the wider business to identify opportunities for operational improvement, drive efficiencies and ensure the organisation has the financial and operational infrastructure to support its growth ambitions.
The Ideal Candidate
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA)
- Proven CFO or senior finance leadership experience within a PE-backed environment
- Experience in a PE-Backed business within a regulated B2B services environment
- Strong understanding of regulation, risk management and governance
- Experience operating within a complex, multi-entity or regulated group structure
- End-to-end M&A experience, including financial due diligence, deal structuring, transaction execution and post-acquisition integration
- Strong technical and commercial finance background, including financial reporting, cash management, controls and financial planning
- Broader commercial and operational leadership experience beyond traditional finance
- Commercially astute, with the ability to act as a strategic partner to the CEO and engage effectively with the PE house
- A hands-on, entrepreneurial and adaptable leadership style, comfortable operating both strategically and in the detail
Please understand that due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
