Interim FP&A Consultant (Exit-Support)

Finatal; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy in the UK is looking for an experienced FP&A Consultant to support the Finance Director and CFO in preparing the business for exit. This mid-senior level contract role involves building financial models, preparing data for buyers, and leading due diligence efforts. Ideal candidates will be ACA-qualified, with strong analytical skills and experience in transaction services or deal advisory.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset with top-tier financial modelling skills.
• Experience in Transaction Services or Deal Advisory.
• Familiarity with preparing companies for exit.

Responsibilities

• Build and refine robust, investor-grade financial models.
• Prepare data packs and financial analysis for buyers.
• Lead data cleansing efforts for consistent reporting.
• Support financial due diligence and external queries.
• Collaborate with external advisors on transaction processes.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

ACA-qualified or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are supporting a high growth multisite business preparing for an upcoming exit, backed by a well-known mid‑market PE fund. With turnover of around £60 million, the business is now looking for an experienced FP&A Consultant with a background in Transaction Services—ideally from a Big 4 firm—to support the Finance Director and CFO in building a clear, investor‑ready financial picture.

The Role

This is a high‑impact, hands‑on role focused on getting the business exit‑ready. You’ll support strategic planning and analysis, while leading on the financial workstreams of the transaction process—including preparing the business for external diligence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and refining robust, investor‑grade financial models
• Preparing data packs and financial analysis for potential buyers and advisors
• Leading data cleansing efforts to ensure consistency and accuracy across systems and reports
• Supporting data room preparation, including collation, structuring, and ongoing management of core documentation
• Supporting the financial due diligence process, including responding to queries and preparing key analyses
• Collaborating with external advisors (e.g., corporate finance, legal, diligence providers)
• Supporting scenario planning, valuation analysis, and deal structuring discussions

About You

You’ll bring a strong analytical mindset, top‑tier financial modelling skills, and a keen understanding of how to prepare a business for a successful sale process. Experience in Transaction Services or Deal Advisory is key.

Ideal profile

• ACA‑qualified (or equivalent), ideally trained in a Big 4 Transaction Services or Corporate Finance team
• Experience preparing companies for exit, including due diligence and data room setup
• Advanced Excel and modelling capabilities
• High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
• PE‑backed business experience is a strong plus
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment and dealing with senior stakeholders

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Finance

Industries

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals