About the Role: Camino Search is partnering with a leading Technology business to find an exceptional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the company through a pivotal phase of growth and exit. This role is ideal for a seasoned finance leader with a proven track record in preparing businesses for exit, particularly in Private Equity (PE) to PE transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Financial Leadership: Drive the financial strategy and operations, ensuring alignment with the company's growth and exit objectives.
Exit Preparation: Lead the preparation for a successful exit, including financial due diligence, valuation, and negotiations.
Private Equity Expertise: Utilize extensive experience in PE environments to manage relationships with investors and stakeholders.
Financial Reporting & Compliance: Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Operational Efficiency: Implement and optimize financial systems, processes, and controls to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
Team Leadership: Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
Key Skills & Experience:
Proven Exit Experience: Demonstrated success in leading a business through a PE to PE exit.
Financial Acumen: Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
Strategic Vision: Ability to think strategically and drive long-term financial planning.
Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with investors, board members, and senior management.
Leadership: Inspirational leader with the ability to motivate and guide a high-performing finance team.
Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 10 years in senior financial leadership roles, with significant experience in the IT Services sector and PE-backed businesses.
Why Join Us?
Impactful Role: Play a critical role in shaping the future of a high-growth IT Services business.
Competitive Package: Attractive salary and equity package, reflecting the importance of this role.
Dynamic Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking company with a collaborative and innovative culture.
