Associate, Global Private Equity Fund, Stockholm, Sweden

Interim Integration Director/PMO

Nordics

Initial 6 months

c€800

JS54252

Finatal are working US-based private equity house that needs an Interim Integration Director to lead On aggressive buy and build strategy, supporting a Pan-European services business in post-merger integration as it continues on a buy and build across Europe. You’ll work closely with the full C-Suite, with an strong emphasis on running the integration projects across all workstreams with as little impact on BAU functions as possible. You’ll have a track record in multi-national services businesses, having successfully led integrations whilst retaining key-talent from the target companies. You’ll be based in the Nordics and open to European travel. One of your first tasks shall be to conduct a full analysis of all current systems and processes with a view to driving cost synergies.

Ideally, you’ll have a track record in:

• Operational integration processes
• Management consulting background
• Key talent retention
• Identifying synergies across acquired businesses
• Based in the Nordic region

M&A Director

Amsterdam, Netherlands

€100,000 - €120,000

NH51717

The Business

A leading PE backed digital platform/e-commerce business, seeking to hire the first full time M&A resource.

Based in Amsterdam, you will play a key role in the continued Pan-European and US growth agenda for the business. 

Dutch language skills are not required, but would be an advantage.

The Role

• Assist in building and developing the M&A function.
• Assisting with the embedding of best-in-class M&A processes, systems, and controls.
• Take the lead on the sourcing, analysis and execution of all bolt-on acquisitions.
• Management of Commercial/Financial/Legal/Operational DD, pricing and valuation duties.
• Prepare and review deal documents, term sheets, and transaction agreements.
• Critical review of prospective targets to assess strategic fit, and to ensure comprehensive due diligence is undertaken.
• Prepare detailed presentations summarising findings and recommending actionable steps to management.
• Vendor management and acting as point of contact on all deals to vendors and key stakeholders.
• 100-day planning/value creation work, prior to hand over to the integration function.
• Providing both the senior management team and PE sponsors with regular data and updates on M&A activity.
• Working with the C-suite to drive strategic growth initiatives.
• Aid in the Private Equity exit process.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to assess potential strategic fits

The Candidate

• Prior experience of running deals, ideally within the digital platform, tech-enabled, e-commerce, or business services sectors.
• Prior mid-market or lower mid-market deals experience (founder run businesses/similar) highly desirable.
• Prior experience from a Big 4 accounting firm within M&A, Transaction Services or Deal Advisory, is highly desirable.
• Prior corporate development experience a distinct advantage, but is not essential.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is ideal.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to drive digital growth via both organic and in-organic means.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Highly personable with the ability to engage with a diverse audience.
• Driven and restless personality.

Real Estate Power BI Data Analyst 

EM1036 

Finatal is working with a dynamic real estate tech firm with substantial backing from PE investors. Their mission is to revolutionise the real estate industry through data-driven solutions, and are committed to enhancing KPIs and optimising real estate operations. The business is expanding rapidly  

They are seeking a Real Estate Power BI Data Analyst to join their team and play a pivotal role in elevating their KPIs by translating real estate data into actionable insights. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, analyse real estate data, and craft insightful reports and dashboards to guide our business strategies. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Collaborate with real estate stakeholders to understand their unique data needs and requirements, such as property performance, market trends, and occupancy rates. 

• Acquire, cleanse, and transform real estate data from various sources to ensure data integrity, including property management software, financial reports, and market data. 

• Design visually compelling and interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI, focusing on key real estate metrics such as: 

• Occupancy rates and trends 

• Lease expiration and renewal data 

• Rental income and expense analysis 

• Property valuation and appreciation. 

• Market comparable and competition analysis. 

• Analyse real estate data to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that drive sound business decisions, such as optimising rental pricing strategies and identifying opportunities for property expansion or divestment. 

• Work closely with teams to pinpoint areas for enhancement and devise strategies to optimise real estate KPIs, including improving property ROI and maximising rental income. 

• Regularly monitor and maintain existing reports and dashboards, implementing updates as needed to reflect changing real estate market conditions. 

• Provide training and support to team members on effective Power BI utilisation and real estate data analysis. 

CFO (Interim or Permanent) – Technology

New York

Salary: Flexible (Day Rate & Full Time Salary available) + competitive transaction bonus

JH2950

I am working with a revolutionary new marketplace, super app that has gained huge traction and will be launching across multiple US states in 2024. They need an excellent CFO to come and lead the business through a $25m series A to facilitate the launch and expansion. The right candidate must have strong capital/debt raise experience and a good network among the Investment Banks that they can bring to the business to support the raise. Upon successful raise the candidate will receive a competitive bonus and ideally stay on with the business, supporting the build of the function and preparing the business for further raises.

The successful candidate will need to have a clear track record of successful fundraises of c.$25m and beyond whilst demonstrating an available network that could provide immediate support to the network.

Interim Financial Controller

3 month initial contract

(Scope for extension & permanent position)

Remote (adhoc travel across the East Coast)

Flexible hourly rate depending on experience.

JH1007
We are currently assisting a Private Equity-backed SaaS business that has recently undergone a secondary transaction. They require an experienced interim controller to spearhead the revitalization of their accounting team and processes, enhancing the overall professionalism of the function for their new investors. In this role, you will oversee projects involving revenue recognition, systems implementation, and compliance with US GAAP standards. This represents a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with a renowned private equity firm and provide support to an accomplished CFO.

Requirements:

- Must have experience with SaaS/It Managed services

- Must have strong exposure to US GAAP

- Preferably have experience working for a Private Equity backed business

- Preferably CPA qualification

Interim Integration Director/PMO

London with travel across the UK

6 months

£1000

JS54316

Finatal are working an international private equity house that needs an Interim Integration Director to assist with a scaling portco c£50m t/o that has recently completed a number of acquisitions across the UK and Europe. The business is predominantly people-based and key talent retention will be of upmost importance as ultimately this is where a lot of the value in the acquisitions is held. Your first task will be to design the PMI strategy as this is the first time they have had the need for this position. You will then work closely with all the workstream leads and C-suite to implement this strategy across the business. The long term strategy of the business is to continue the M&A strategy so a strong integration plan is crucial. 

Ideally, you’ll have a track record in:

• Designing and implementing integration strategy
• Experience in people-based services businesses
• Key talent retention
• Identifying synergies across acquired businesses
• Private equity or leveraged experience