Interim Chief Financial Officer
Posted 6 days ago by Finatal
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Interim Chief Financial Officer involves leading the finance function of a private equity-backed professional services organization during a strategic transition aimed at a planned exit. The position requires close collaboration with the CEO, Board, and private equity investors to ensure a successful transaction. The ideal candidate must possess extensive financial and strategic expertise, particularly in exit readiness within a private equity context.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic financial leadership throughout the exit process, including due diligence support, financial modelling, and investor communications.
- Oversee the preparation of all financial materials required for the exit, including the data room and management presentations.
- Ensure the finance function operates with rigour and integrity, delivering timely, accurate, and insightful reporting.
Key Skills:
- ACA qualified (or equivalent), with a strong technical foundation and commercial acumen.
- Prior experience as CFO within a private equity-backed business is essential.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and executing a PE exit transaction.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, with a hands-on approach where required.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Birmingham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Role: Interim Chief Financial Officer for PE-Backed Professional Services Business
Location: Birmingham
Day Rate: Competitive
Contract Type: Interim (6–12 months)
GF015
About: A highly respected, private equity-backed professional services organisation with a turnover of approximately £50 million is seeking to appoint an Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the finance function through a period of strategic transition, culminating in a planned exit. This is a critical appointment, offering the opportunity to work closely with the CEO, Board, and private equity investors to deliver a successful transaction. The ideal candidate will bring deep financial and strategic expertise, along with a demonstrable track record of exit readiness and delivery within a private equity environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic financial leadership throughout the exit process, including due diligence support, financial modelling, and investor communications.
- Oversee the preparation of all financial materials required for the exit, including the data room and management presentations.
- Ensure the finance function operates with rigour and integrity, delivering timely, accurate, and insightful reporting.
Candidate Profile: ACA qualified (or equivalent), with a strong technical foundation and commercial acumen. Prior experience as CFO within a private equity-backed business is essential. Proven track record of successfully leading and executing a PE exit transaction. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, with a hands-on approach where required.