CFO PE Backed Buy and Build Education business

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

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is seeking a CFO for a PE-backed education services business in England. The role involves overseeing the finance function, engaging with senior leadership and stakeholders, and driving growth through M&A. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with leadership experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a PE Backed business or leveraged environment.
• Solid track record in a leadership role.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the finance function during M&A.
• Engage with stakeholders, including the CEO and PE house.
• Implement financial structures for business growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial Analysis

M&A Experience

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA)

Job description

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.

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.

The ideal candidate:

• 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

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