Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: London, UK

Camino Search is partnering with a growing business services company at a pivotal stage. Our client operates in the international B2B services sector, providing innovative solutions to clients worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced operational and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our clients team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in driving margin improvement, establishing a robust and fit-for-purpose finance function, and preparing the business for a successful private equity sale

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Provide strategic direction and leadership in all financial aspects of the company, ensuring alignment with growth objectives.
• Margin Improvement: Identify and implement strategies to enhance profitability and drive margin improvement across all business units.
• Finance Function Development: Establish and maintain a robust, scalable finance function that supports the company’s international operations and growth ambitions.
• PE Sale Preparation: Lead the financial preparation for a potential private equity sale, including due diligence, financial modeling, and stakeholder management.
• Risk Management: Develop and oversee risk management strategies to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure financial stability.
• Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role within a similar-sized business. Circa (£50m to £100m)
• Strong background in driving margin improvement and preparing businesses for private equity transactions.
• Expertise in establishing and managing international finance functions.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

If you are an operational financial leader with a passion for driving growth and preparing businesses for success, we would love to hear from you.