At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Finance M&A practice, driving value creation and transformation for clients.
- Company: Leading global consultancy with a strong focus on finance and M&A.
- Benefits: Path to Partner, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on developing talent and building market-leading propositions.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in finance while working with top executives and private equity firms.
- Qualifications: 12+ years in consulting or finance leadership with expertise in finance transformation.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 £ per year.
We are working with a leading global consultancy to identify a Director to initially join the team before taking over and leading the Finance M&A practice. The opportunity has a clear path to Partner and they are looking for someone that has the desire and passion to make the step up.
You will own the end-to-end finance value story: from pre-deal diligence (finance capability due diligence) through to post-close transformation. This will include:
- finance operating model design
- FP&A and performance management uplift
- shared services/GBS optimisation
- ERP-enabled change
- finance cost reduction
- AI-enabled finance transformation
You will be the trusted advisor to CFOs, CEOs and PE sponsors across PE backed organisations and global corporations.
Responsibilities
- Establish yourself as a recognised leader in Finance Capability Due Diligence and Value Creation both internally and externally
- Build a sustainable pipeline of Private Equity and corporate opportunities across Deals, CFO Advisory, and Value Creation
- Deliver high-quality client outcomes with measurable value creation (cost savings, speed-to-close, improved FP&A, stronger controls)
- Develop and scale the Finance Value Creation team and create a standout “diligence to implementation” proposition that consistently converts Due Diligence findings into post-deal transformation work
Experience needed
- 12+ years in consulting, private equity, or senior finance leadership
- Deep expertise across finance operating models, transformation, FP&A, MI/KPI frameworks, shared services/GBS, finance process optimisation, controls & governance, ERP programmes, finance cost reduction, transaction support, integration/separation, and finance data & analytics
- Proven experience supporting Private Equity-backed businesses, understanding deal processes and the role of finance throughout the investment lifecycle
- A track record of managing senior relationships (CFO, CEO, PE stakeholders) and driving business development in a fast-paced environment
- Commercially astute, growth-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about developing talent and building market-leading propositions
Director - Finance M&A in City of London employer: Sancus Day
As a leading management consultancy, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our Cash & Working Capital Director role offers not only competitive remuneration but also unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development within a collaborative environment. Located in a vibrant city, our team enjoys a perfect blend of challenging projects and a supportive atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
