Finatal are working with a mid-market Private Equity firm to recruit a Group CFO for a new business services buy-and-build based in the North West of England. Currently operating at ~£15m EBITDA they are looking to drive 4x growth over 5 years through extensive UK and European M&A, plus organic growth, and cost synergies.
The role would suit an experienced CFO with an extensive background in M&A heavy Private Equity environments. The ideal candidate will have worked in PE business services companies, with extensive operational complexity and intensity.
Prior experience as a CFO in a PE-backed business is required.
The Role:
- Work with the CEO and PE to set and execute rapid growth strategy
- Control financial risk, manage debt covenants and bank relationships
- Manage the group finance function, including owning consolidation of group accounts
- Lead divisional finance directors, set budgets and drive divisional EBITDA improvement
- Help identify, execute and integrate bolt-on acquisition opportunities
- Drive UK and European expansion through inorganic and organic channels
- Manage large scale capex
Requirements:
- Track record as a CFO in Private Equity backed businesses is essential
- Proven capacity to think strategically for the long term in an M&A heavy environment
- Proven ability to manage exceptionally intense operational environments, delegating when needed
- Good understanding of the business services sector
- Qualified accountant – ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious mid-market Private Equity company at the start of a new buy and build platform, with a clear plan for growth and a path to exit. Please apply now to find out more.