CFO Founder led B2B services Business

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established B2B services company in the UK is seeking a seasoned CFO to drive financial strategy and operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-growth environments, particularly in M&A and exit strategies. This role demands strong leadership to shape financial and commercial success. Competitive compensation package offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance leader in a high-growth, PE-backed business.
• Demonstrated success in driving growth and executing M&A.
• Strong strategic acumen with board-level credibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations including treasury and risk management.
• Drive financial performance through advanced systems and AI applications.
• Focus on M&A and exit preparation, managing advisors.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Data-led decision making

M&A experience

Commercial acumen

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or ACMA)

Job description

Job Overview

Marks Sattin Executive search is working with a well‑established Founder‑led B2B and product‑led services business on an impressive growth trajectory, delivering c.15% YoY. As the business moves into its next stage of expansion, it is seeking a seasoned and strategic CFO to provide strategic financial leadership, partner with the executive team, and lead the business toward a successful exit event. The CFO will shape and execute the financial and commercial strategy, ensuring finance underpins both rapid growth and long‑term value creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations including import and export, treasury and FX, governance and risk, and strategic pricing.
• Drive financial performance through advanced systems capability and emerging AI applications, ensuring decision‑making is data‑led and scalable.
• Focus on M&A and exit preparation, including managing advisors, developing a credible three‑year business and financial plan, and creating a compelling equity and value‑creation story.
• Ensure gold‑standard reporting, codify systems and processes for efficiency, identify a normalised cost base to enhance profitability, and lead vendor due diligence across commercial, financial, and ESG areas.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or ACMA).
• Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance leader in a high‑growth, PE‑backed, or Founder‑led business, ideally within B2B or product‑led sectors.
• Demonstrated success in driving growth, executing M&A, and leading businesses through exit events.
• Strong commercial and strategic acumen, with credibility at board and investor level.
• Confident, collaborative leader who enhances culture, capability, and performance.

Application Information

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