251 Opportunities for

Interim CFO   
Length of contract: 3-6 months 
Location: Spain, Madrid and on-site 3 days per week  
Pay rate: €700 - €1100 per day including expenses 
Start Date: ASAP  

 CR1004 
Finatal is partnered exclusively with a leading Private Equity fund seeking an Interim CFO to support a fast-growing Healthcare business based in Madrid. Current Group revenues of €15m. The incoming Interim CFO will be tasked with partnering closely with the Group CEO and Private Equity investors to drive this ambitious growth plan in a highly dynamic sector. 

Core Deliverables: 

• Evaluate Group financials/reporting systems per IFRS standards. 
• Improve finance IT systems and processes for efficiency, transparency, and KPI tracking. 
• Enhance Group-level financial information to boost performance (margins, staff efficiency). 
• Develop and oversee financial strategy and control. 
• Coordinate monthly closings and report to private equity and debt providers. 
• Manage Group-level financial activities, optimize cash flow, and oversee banking and FX relations. 
• Lead financial aspects of M&A, including due diligence, deal structure, and integration planning.  
• Understanding Cash (order to cash process), structuring cost/consumables O2P lean. 
• Digitalization across the board of the business- mid-transformation. 
• Support for sale- marketing and commercial. 

Key Requirements: 

• On-site presence in Madrid. 
• Proficient in spoken and written Spanish.  
• Nice-to-Haves: 
• Previous experience as Group CFO. 
• Exposure to Private Equity or leveraged environments. 
• Understanding of the Healthcare sector. 
• Spanish native 

If you're interested, please get in touch with Christopher.rabis@finatal.com to find out more. 

Interim Finance Director – Technology

Location: Cumbria

Day rate: £750-£900

 TC10004

Finatal are currently recruiting a hands on interim FD to support the CFO of a technology company over the next 6 months as the organization goes through a period of change. The role will include helping in the day to day finance function and to evaluate and bring in reporting controls and processes.

Role responsibilities:

• Running day to day finance function
• Improve internal and external financial reporting
• Ensuring accurate and timely monthly reports
• Helping produce the budget and forecast for next year
• Evaluating if any system changes are needed
• Supporting C-Suite on any ad hoc projects
   

Financial Controller | Telecoms/Software 

Renumeration | £75k + 10% bonus  

Location | Central London 3 days office per week 

KE50973 

The Opportunity:  

Finatal are partnering with a dynamic Private Equity-backed Telecoms Business in London. With the guidance of an experienced CFO and visionary CEO, you'll have the opportunity to work in a stimulating environment that is on the cusp of a major breakthrough. If you're looking for a remarkable step-up role, this is your chance to shine. 

As the Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in the finance team, reporting directly to a PE-experienced CFO and collaborating closely with the CEO. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a business that's heavily focused on acquisitions, with an exit strategy just two years away. Your responsibilities will include managing a small finance team of 3, taking a leading role in post-deal integration, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive key commercial decisions. This role will fast-track your career by providing invaluable experience in a short period. 

The Role: 

• Lead and mentor a small finance team of 3 professionals. 

• Drive post-deal integration efforts in our acquisitive environment. 

• Collaborate with various departments to support and empower critical commercial decisions. 

• Ensure financial compliance and reporting accuracy. 

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support our growth and exit plans. 

The Requirements: 

• Professional finance qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA). 

• 1-3 years of post-qualification finance experience. 

• Strong technical finance skills with a commercial mindset. 

• Desire for exposure to commercial finance activities. 

• Ability to work in our Central London office at least 3 days a week. 

Benefits: 

• A dynamic and supportive work environment. 

• The chance to learn from experienced finance and business leaders. 

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. 

• Competitive compensation and benefits package. 

• A unique chance to be part of a business on the brink of success. 

Finance Manager | B2B/Business Services 

Renumeration | £75k + 20% Bonus 

Location | Hillingdon, London – 2 days office per week 

KE52680 

The Opportunity:  

Finatal are on a search for a dynamic B2B business that has undergone significant growth and expansion, driven by a series of successful acquisitions and strategic initiatives. Backed by a prominent Private Equity firm, it is on an exciting scale-up journey with the goal of a successful exit. To support their ambitious growth plans, we are seeking a talented and technically astute Finance Manager to join our finance team. 

As a Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing various aspects of our finance operations, including systems optimization, month-end processes, reporting, and daily reconciliations and consolidations. This is a multifaceted role that offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced finance leaders, including our Finance Director and CFO, in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. 

The Role: 

• Systems Optimization: Take the lead in optimizing our ERP system, leveraging your technical expertise to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. 

• Month-End Close: Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting. 

• Reporting: Generate and present financial reports to senior management, providing insights to support strategic decision-making. 

• Reconciliations and Consolidations: Manage day-to-day reconciliations and consolidations, ensuring financial data integrity. 

• Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with finance and non-financial stakeholders, building strong relationships and providing financial guidance. 

• Training and Empowerment: Train and empower team members to enhance their financial understanding and capabilities. 

The Requirements:  

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA). 

• Proven experience in a similar finance role, preferably within a Private Equity-backed or highly acquisitive environment. 

• Strong technical skills with the ability to optimize ERP systems. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Effective communication skills to partner with and empower stakeholders. 

• Flexibility to work 2 days per week in their Hillingdon office. 

Benefits: 

• The opportunity to work closely with experienced finance leaders. 

• A chance to make a significant impact on our financial operations and growth trajectory. 

• Flexible working arrangements, including 2 days in our Hillingdon office. 

• A supportive and collaborative work environment. 

Interim FP&A Lead

£650-£750 Per Day

London

6 Months

JW2812

The Opportunity

Finatal are currently working with a PE backed FMCG business, circa £75 million turnover. They require a driven, proactive and commercially minded FP&A Lead to join the business during a period of high growth. You will be responsible for business partnering with functions throughout the business. You must have a strategic approach to analysis and forecasting. You will also be hands-on with the financial due diligence for future acquisitions. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a high-level PE CFO, helping to further develop and professionalise the finance function.

The Role

• Preparation and consolidation of financial reports.
• Financial planning and projections for sales and P&L.
• Reporting, Modelling and analysis of financial performance.
• Designing models to align with the company strategy.
• Preparation of board packs.
• Business partnering
• Reporting into senior stakeholders.
• Financial due diligence for future acquisitions.

The Requirements

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified or equivalent.
• Experience working in an FMCG business is desirable.
• Experience working for a PE/VC backed business.
• Multi-site or retail experience is desirable.
• Pro-active and commercially minded with a hands-on approach.
• A proven track record of being able to liaise with stakeholders within the business.

Senior Group Financial Accountant

The Salary: £80,000

BG54695

The Opportunity:

I am currently working with a world-leading multi-site entertainment business going through a massive global growth phase. Currently, Private Equity backed, they are gearing up for an exit within 18 months.

Heading up the finance function is an excellent CFO who is looking for a Senior Group Financial Accountant to join the team and produce clear-cut consolidations of financial information, in support of a global M&A growth strategy. The right candidate will be an effective business partner throughout the organisation. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced, growing PE-backed business who are seriously committed to social responsibility and the entertainment arts.

The Role:

• Consolidation of c.100 entities: evaluating and challenging reports from subsidiary teams.
• Business partnering across the Group and providing insight to relevant stakeholders in cross-function collaborations.
• Use of Cognos Controller consolidation system (with training and support).
• Report monthly balance sheet and cashflow to the board, investors and banks.
• Integrate and onboard newly acquired businesses into the group.
• Assist the Group Financial Manager with the consolidated IFRS and annual group audit.
• Various ad hoc tasks for the Group function.

The Culture:

This is a creative, passionate and collaborative culture, working to bring the best entertainment to the greatest number of people, with a commitment to sustainability, inclusion and inspiring the next generation. You will be working with other ambitious and smart individuals within the context of a forward-thinking high-growth business.

This will suit an individual either based in Surrey or London who is able to travel to Woking.

Key requirements:

• ACA Qualification.
• Experience in a group financial role or complex multinational environment (audit or industry).
• Technical skillset, with a good understanding of IFRS.
• Multi-currency consolidation experience.
• Audit or industry experience in UK statutory accounts.
• Advanced Excel knowledge.

CFO

IT Managed Services

Atlanta (Flexible)

$300,000 - $350,000
JH54969 

I am working with a middle-market private equity fund that are looking to hire a best-in-class CFO for a rapidly growing IT managed services business ($80m revenue) entering the last few years of the investment cycle. The PE fund acquired the business from its founders in 2020 and after 3 years of professionalising the infrastructure and product development, they are entering a phase of aggressive growth as they gear up for exit in 2025. This CFO will need to construct a finance function capable of supporting the growth and work directly with the board and private equity house on business strategy/exit plans.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to develop long-term financial strategies aligned with the company's vision and objectives.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, providing insightful financial analysis and identifying opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth.
• Develop and implement financial models to assess investment opportunities, pricing strategies, and potential acquisitions.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Provide regular financial performance updates to the executive team and private equity investors, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial trends.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, risk assessments, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure the business's financial stability and to optimize capital allocation.
• Establish and maintain relationships with financial institutions to secure financing and banking services that align with the company's needs.
• Implement and maintain robust internal financial controls and policies to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Work with the audit and compliance teams to facilitate external audits and ensure adherence to all reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison with private equity investors, providing financial updates, responding to inquiries, and building strong relationships to instil confidence in the business's financial management.
• Lead financial due diligence for potential acquisitions, assessing their financial viability and alignment with the company's growth strategy.
• Support M&A transactions, including valuation, negotiation, and integration activities.
• Identify and manage financial risks, implementing risk mitigation strategies to protect the business from potential adverse impacts.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience in managed services or professional services.
• Experience as CFO in a private equity backed business, preferably leading the business through an exit.
• Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance executive in a services business.
• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking skills, with a track record of driving financial performance and contributing to business growth.

CFO - Care  

Midlands  

£175k + equity   

IH48672 

Finatal are currently partnered with a high-growth social care firm who have been newly acquired by an international mid-market private equity investor. The firm are seeking an FD on a permanent basis as they look to go on a fast-paced buy-&-build to further achieve their growth strategy. Furthermore, with revenues of £60m and EBITDA of £10m, the business are looking to triple their profits by the time of their exit in 3 years. This is a brilliant opportunity to work alongside the highly skilled CEO, Chairman and PE house to both identify and lead acquisitions whilst having full autonomy over the finance function. In addition, as the firm provides the opportunity to shape a young child’s life through the provision of the best possible care, the role will prove to be immensely rewarding and fulfilling.  

The successful candidate will play in integral role in professionalising the back-office functions whilst further preparing the firm for a period of rapid growth. It is therefore essential that the incoming FD has had prior experience in providing stakeholders with accurate financial results and period reporting within a PE leveraged business.   

• Must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)  

• Sector Experience  

• Worked alongside PE/VC in a growth setting  

• Strong leadership skills  

• Led a successful secondary buyout or exit to trade  

Permanent CFO – Tech-enabled B2B services business 

Salary: £150k base plus bonus plus equity 

Location: Northern Home County (Hybrid) 

ABB50153 

The opportunity: 

We are currently leading the search for a dynamic and growth-driven CFO to join a business within the B2B property services space. The business seeks to take on investment from a reputable lower mid-market Private Equity firm. Currently operating at c. £20m revenue and c. £5m EBITDA and the goal is to grow to c. £10m EBITDA by exit, via M&A and organic growth. The incoming CFO will be required to build a robust finance function and a focussed remit on post deal professionalisation, leading the business through both an organic and inorganic growth journey. 

What we look for: 

• Must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) 

• Worked alongside PE in a growth setting 

• Strong leadership skills 

• Professionalisation of finance function 

• An experienced CFO 

• Sector experience in one of the following: property services/ construction/ facilities management 

CFO – Private Equity backed professional services business (Buy & Build) 

Salary: £220k base + bonus + equity 

Location: London (Hybrid) 

ABB54251 

The opportunity: 
 
Finatal are leading the search for a highly dynamic and experienced CFO to join a high-growth professional services business, which has received recent investment from a mid-market UK-based Private Equity firm. Looking to head on a rapid buy-and-build growth journey to grow the business from c. £5m EBITDA to c. £20m EBITDA over the coming years, before leading on an eventual exit. The incoming CFO will be a business partner to CEO and act as a natural leader who can add value by supporting the investors in their journey. 

What we look for: 

• Must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) 

• Worked alongside PE/VC in a growth setting 

• Strong leadership skills 

• Led a successful secondary buyout or exit to trade 

CFO – PE backed professional services business (Buy & Build) 

Salary: £200k base + bonus + equity 

Location: Scotland / North-West (Hybrid) 

ABB39337 

The opportunity: 
 
Finatal are leading the search for an energetic CFO to join a high-growth professional services business, which has received recent investment from a mid-market UK-based Private Equity firm. They are a highly acquisitive business with the ambition to grow from c. £12m EBITDA to c. £20m EBITDA by exit. Having completed and integrated 5 acquisitions, they look to continue serving both organic and inorganic growth. The incoming CFO will be a business partner to CEO and act as a natural leader who can add value by supporting the investors in their journey. 

What we look for: 

• Must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) 

• Worked alongside PE/VC in a growth setting 

• Strong leadership skills 

• Led a successful secondary buyout or exit to trade 

Interim Group Reporter 

Location: London 

Company: Multi-Site Entertainment Business 

Type: Interim/Contract 

Day Rate: £500 - £600 per day 

HT1066 

My client a multi-site entertainment business backed by a Tier 1 Private Equity House. Their diverse portfolio spans across various entertainment sectors, and they are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to their customers. As they continue to expand and innovate, we are looking for an Interim Group Reporter to join our finance team on a contract basis. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards. 

• Lead the financial reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to stakeholders. 

• Collaborate with internal teams to gather financial data and provide insights for decision-making. 

• Assist in the preparation of board materials and presentations. 

• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. 

• Support the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors. 

• Identify and implement process improvements in financial reporting. 

Qualifications: 

• ACA qualification is required with experience at a Top Tier Accounting Firm. 

• Previous experience working with a Big Four accounting firm is essential. 

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of IFRS. 

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills. 

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. 

• Experience in the entertainment or similar industry is essential.