Chief Financial Officer

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary: Up to £150,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Company: High-Growth PE-Backed IT Services Business

Turnover: c.£15m

Are you an ambitious finance leader with a passion for scaling high-growth, PE-backed businesses? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can drive transformation and help shape the strategic future of a company? If so, this could be your next big move.

About the Business

We're partnering with a fast-growing IT services provider, backed by private equity, with a current turnover of c.£15m and strong ambitions for continued growth and value creation. With a robust client base and a growing suite of services, the business is entering a pivotal phase of transformation, investment, and preparation for future value realisation.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a commercially minded Chief Financial Officer to lead the finance function and play a key role in steering the business through its next phase of growth. This is a highly strategic and hands-on role - perfect for an experienced CFO or an exceptional Finance Director ready to step up.

You will work closely with the CEO and investors, taking ownership of financial strategy, systems, and reporting, while preparing the business for future exit.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning
Own and deliver board and investor reporting with clarity and precision
Drive improvements in financial processes, data systems, and internal controls
Lead system and workflow implementation across finance and operational teams
Harmonise databases and reporting structures across group businesses
Provide commercial insight and support strategic decision-making
Partner with the CEO and PE investors on exit readiness and value creation planning
Build and develop a high-performing finance team in line with business growth

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in a PE-backed environment is essential
Strong track record of improving financial reporting, data systems, and controls
Experience with professional services or IT services business models
Hands-on experience implementing finance systems and harmonising data structures
Prior exposure to exit preparation / transaction readiness
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent)

This Could Suit:

A seasoned CFO seeking a new challenge in a growth-focused, investor-led setting
An experienced Finance Director in a PE-backed business, ready to step up into a CFO role

Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.