CFO

SF Executive is partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed people services business to appoint a commercially driven and strategically minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This is an outstanding opportunity to join a high-growth organisation, headquartered in the North West of England with offices across the UK, a strong leadership team, and a compelling value creation plan underpinned by strategic M&A. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the PE investors, the CFO will play a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of the business, with a specific focus on: – Delivering high-quality, insightful financial leadership across a multi-site operation – Leading and executing a well-developed M&A agenda, including due diligence, deal execution, and integration – Driving performance improvements across finance, operations, and commercial functions – Preparing the business for a successful private equity exit in the coming years Personal Specification We are seeking a high-impact CFO who thrives in a dynamic, private equity environment. You will have: – Prior experience as CFO in a PE-backed business – A proven track record of leading M&A transactions, including post-deal integration – The ability to act as a true business partner to the CEO, board, and investors – Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills – A commercial mindset and the resilience required in a fast-paced, evolving setting The Package – Base Salary: £150,000 – £220,000 (dependent on experience) – Bonus + Equity participation: Significant wealth creation potential #J-18808-Ljbffr