Chief Financial Officer

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

Job summary

A private equity-backed business in the UK is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to partner closely with the CEO and investors. This pivotal role will involve shaping financial strategy and executing operations for growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in finance leadership within high-growth environments, focusing on M&A and preparing businesses for exit. Join a visionary team and make significant impacts in the company's strategic journey.

Benefits

Equity upside

Visionary leadership

High-impact transactions

Qualifications

• Proven CFO or senior finance leader in a private equity‑backed, high-growth environment.
• Experience preparing a business for exit (trade sale, secondary buyout, IPO).
• Track record of delivering organic growth and executing buy‑and‑build strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and forecasting to support aggressive growth targets.
• Build and optimize scalable financial infrastructure, systems, and controls.
• Drive M&A execution, integration, and post-deal value realization.
• Own investor reporting and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Financial strategy

Stakeholder management

Leadership

M&A execution

Communication skills

Job description

About the Business

Chief Financial Officer required for a private equity‑backed business. My client is looking for an experienced finance professional who can work with the CEO to execute the company strategy. The company is entering a transformative phase, targeting a strategic transaction upon achievement of key milestones.

The Opportunity

This is a high‑impact leadership role for a commercially driven CFO to partner with the CEO and investors in accelerating growth and preparing the business for exit. You’ll be instrumental in shaping financial strategy, executing acquisitions, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and forecasting to support aggressive growth targets
• Build and optimize scalable financial infrastructure, systems, and controls
• Drive M&A execution, integration, and post‑deal value realization
• Partner with the CEO and board to monitor KPIs and milestone achievement
• Own investor reporting, stakeholder communications, and transaction readiness
• Provide strategic insight and challenge across all commercial decisions

What We're Looking For

• Proven CFO or senior finance leader in a PE‑backed, high‑growth environment
• Track record of delivering organic growth and executing buy‑and‑build strategies
• Experience preparing a business for exit (trade sale, secondary buyout, IPO)
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Hands‑on, agile, and comfortable in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial setting

Why Join Us?

• Be at the heart of a value creation journey with real equity upside
• Work alongside visionary leadership and top‑tier investors
• Shape a business that's making waves in its sector
• Lead the charge toward a high‑impact transaction

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