Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer - Professional Services London

Location: Central London (Hybrid)

Package: Competitive base + bonus + equity potential

Ownership: Private Equity-backed

Are you a commercially minded CFO with a passion for operational excellence and value creation? We're partnering with a professional services firm in London seeking a strategic finance leader to help drive EBITDA growth, optimise performance, and prepare the business for a future exit.

The Business:

This is a well-established, multi-site professional services company with a strong client base and ambitious growth plans. With recent acquisitions and continued expansion, the business is looking for a CFO who can bring financial discipline, operational insight, and strategic foresight to the leadership team.

The Role:

As CFO, you'll be a key member of the executive team, responsible for leading the finance function while acting as a true business partner across the organisation. You'll play a central role in driving profitability and managing the integration of acquired businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and performance management
• Partner with operational leaders to optimise utilisation, pricing, and margin
• Drive EBITDA growth through commercial insight and cost discipline
• Oversee integration of acquired businesses, aligning systems, processes, and reporting
• Implement scalable financial infrastructure and reporting frameworks
• Prepare the business for a future exit, including due diligence readiness and investor engagement
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team

What We're Looking For:

• Proven CFO or senior finance leadership experience in a professional services or people-based business sub £50m revenue
• Strong track record of driving EBITDA growth and operational improvement
• ESSENTIAL Experience managing integrations and aligning commercial models post-acquisition
• Private Equity Experience is Essential
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent