Interim Finance Director

Interim Finance Director £800pd per day outside IR35 London/UK - Hybrid 6-12 Month Contract SL1108 A market-leading, high-growth professional services business, backed by a prominent mid-market private equity firm, is seeking an accomplished Interim Finance Director to help drive its ambitious growth and transformation agenda. With a strong focus on operational excellence, strategic scaling, and value creation, this role is pivotal in supporting the executive team during a critical phase of the business’s journey. Key Responsibilities: · Provide strong financial leadership and oversight, ensuring robust financial controls, governance, and reporting. · Partner closely with the CEO and private equity investors to align financial strategy with the business’s growth objectives. · Oversee and professionalise the finance function, mentoring and developing the existing team to ensure high performance. · Drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, delivering actionable insights to support decision-making. · Lead initiatives to optimize working capital, improve profitability, and enhance cash flow visibility. · Support strategic initiatives, including M&A activity, due diligence, and integration of new acquisitions. · Prepare the business for potential exit events, including IPO or secondary transactions, ensuring readiness for investor scrutiny. Ideal Candidate Profile: · Qualified accountant (ACA preferred) with significant experience in senior financial leadership roles. · Proven track record in private equity-backed environments, particularly in high-growth or FMCG sectors. · Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and investors. · Experience managing complex financial structures, including working capital optimization and M&A integration. · Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with a hands-on, pragmatic approach to challenges.

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 1/15/2025