3 Days Left: Interim Exit Support Consultant

Interim Exit Support Consultant £650-750 depending on experience London hybrid CLT0028 Finatal is working with a high-growth, private equity-backed SaaS company. As they approach a critical milestone in their journey, they are preparing for a successful exit strategy, and seeking a highly experienced consultant to join our team. This role will be pivotal in ensuring a smooth and value-maximizing exit process, working closely with our executive team and private equity partners to navigate the complexities of the exit strategy. Role Overview: You will be responsible for leading the financial aspects of the exit process, providing key support to the executive team, private equity backers, and external advisors. You will play a critical role in preparing the company for sale, managing financial due diligence, supporting valuation and negotiation efforts, and ensuring that the company is well-positioned for a successful exit. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a high-impact transaction and work at the intersection of finance and strategy. Key Responsibilities: · Exit Strategy Preparation: Collaborate with the leadership team and private equity sponsors to develop and execute an exit strategy, including sale to strategic buyers, secondary buyouts, or IPOs. · Financial Modelling & Valuation: Create and maintain detailed financial models to assess the company’s valuation, potential buyer/investor scenarios, and exit outcomes, providing actionable insights for decision-making. · Due Diligence Management: Oversee the financial due diligence process, preparing and organizing company financials, forecasts, and operational data for potential buyers or investors, and managing virtual data rooms. · Investor & Buyer Communication: Act as a key point of contact for potential buyers, investors, and external advisors, providing them with the necessary financial information and performance data to evaluate the company. · Preparation of Exit Materials: Work closely with legal, financial, and marketing teams to prepare high-quality documentation, including information memorandums, presentations, and financial statements for the exit process. · Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise between the company’s senior management, private equity sponsors, external advisors (e.g., investment banks, legal counsel), and potential buyers to ensure smooth communication and alignment. · Financial Performance Monitoring: Track and report on key financial metrics to ensure the company meets financial performance targets in the lead-up to the exit, mitigating any issues that could impact valuation. · Post-Exit Planning: Support the transition process post-transaction, including handover to new ownership ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of financial operations. Qualifications & Skills · ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent. · Proven experience in managing financial due diligence, preparing for company sales, and executing complex financial transactions in a private equity-backed environment. · Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills with experience in structuring and supporting large-scale transactions. · Deep understanding of private equity expectations and the exit process, from initial preparation through to successful close. · Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to buyers, investors, and senior stakeholders. · Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. · Experience working with financial advisors, legal teams, and investment banks on M&A or · Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data room management platforms.