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A PE-backed multisite education business in High Wycombe seeks a strategic CFO to lead financial operations and enhance financial performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in a PE-backed environment and be capable of managing complex stakeholder relationships. This pivotal role involves shaping both financial frameworks and the company's growth journey.
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04.06.2025
19.07.2025
Marks Sattin Executive Search is partnering with a PE-Backed Multisite Education business to appoint a commercially astute and strategic CFO.
This is a key leadership role, with responsibility for driving financial performance, supporting continued growth, and preparing the business for a successful exit, while also shaping its journey beyond that milestone.
The business requires a CFO who can confidently navigate a complex stakeholder environment, including engagement with the Board, private equity sponsors, lending banks, and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will ensure rigorous financial controls, robust reporting structures, and full compliance with regulatory and transparency requirements, particularly those set by public sector partners.
As a central figure in the business’s next stage of evolution, you will lead the finance function through transformation and expansion. This includes managing finance operations, delivering high-quality, timely reporting, and embedding strong KPIs, governance, and financial frameworks that support strategic decision-making and sustainable growth.
The client would consider candidates stepping into their first standalone CFO role within a PE-backed environment, especially those currently at Divisional Finance Director or Financial Controller level who possess the right blend of commercial insight, operational rigour, and leadership capability.
The ideal candidates:
Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted.