Company Overview: A dynamic Private Equity-backed digital transformation business, based in London, is seeking a highly experienced Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its leadership team. With revenues of £40 million and an EBITDA of £8 million, the company has already completed two successful acquisitions and is poised for significant growth. The business has ambitious plans to expand internationally and pursue a buy-and-build growth strategy, and they are looking for a strategic CFO to help drive this next phase of growth.
Role Overview: The Group CFO will be a key member of the executive team, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Private Equity investors. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the financial strategy of the business, ensuring that all financial goals are met while supporting the company’s growth and international expansion plans. This role demands a combination of strategic vision and operational excellence, with the ability to manage the complexities of a growing, acquisitive business in the digital transformation sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Leadership: Develop and execute the financial strategy, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall growth objectives and international expansion plans.
- Mergers & Acquisitions: Lead financial due diligence, valuation, and integration processes for future acquisitions, supporting the company’s buy-and-build strategy.
- International Expansion: Provide financial oversight and support for the company’s international growth initiatives, ensuring robust financial controls and compliance across all regions.
- Reporting & Compliance: Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Investor Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for Private Equity investors, providing clear and insightful financial updates and managing relationships with banks and other financial institutions.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Strategic Partnering: Work closely with the CEO and other senior leaders to provide financial insights that drive business performance and support strategic decision-making.
Key Requirements:
- Experience: Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance leader in a Private Equity-backed business, preferably within the digital transformation or technology sector. Experience with international expansion and M&A is essential.
- Strategic Vision: Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to align financial strategies with broader business goals.
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis, with a solid grasp of complex financial structures and transactions.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a finance team, driving performance and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Results-Oriented: A proactive, results-driven approach, with a strong focus on achieving business objectives and delivering value to stakeholders.
What is Offered:
An exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in a fast-growing, Private Equity-backed business.
Competitive salary and benefits package, including potential equity participation.
The chance to work closely with an experienced CEO and a committed team of Private Equity investors, offering significant professional growth and development opportunities.
