CFO PE Backed Buy and Build Education business

Marks Sattin Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a PE-backed Education Services business. The CFO will be responsible for leading the finance function, engaging with key stakeholders, and supporting future growth plans. Ideal candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in private equity environments and a strong background in mergers and acquisitions. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant credentials.
• Experience in a PE-backed environment, particularly in related sectors.
• Proven record in mergers and acquisitions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and team for growth.
• Engage with CEO and senior leadership on key decisions.
• Build structures for business growth and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication skills

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA)

Job description

Overview

Marks Sattin Executive Search has an exciting opportunity for a CFO to join a PE-backed Buy and Build Education Services business - an organisation with a clear dedication to transforming lives through education, underpinned by a commitment to delivering vital learning opportunities and driving innovation across new areas of educational practice.

Responsibilities

The CFO will play an integral part in the role by working closely with the CEO, members of the senior leadership team, and the PE house to make key decision making and lead the established finance team for future growth plans.

As CFO, you will take responsibility for the finance function through M&A, building and maintaining relationships across the company and PE house, creating and implementing a robust structure for further business growth, and key stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA), preferably chartered
• Experience in a PE Backed business/Leveraged environment, ideally in a Multisite Education, Healthcare, Consumer Facing or related sectors
• Experience with M&A (acquisitions and integration)
• A solid track record in a leadership role, with strong communication skills

Application process

Please understand that due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

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