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Finance Director PE Backed Software business

Job in City Of London, Central London, Greater London, England, UK
Listing for: Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-10
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Corporate Finance, Financial Manager, CFO, VP/Director of Finance
  • Management
    Financial Manager, CFO
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 GBP Yearly GBP 125000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City Of London

Job Overview

Marks Sattin Executive Search is working with a high‑growth, PE‑backed, software business that is looking for a high‑calibre Finance Director. The role will operate as a strategic partner to the senior management team while ensuring strong systems, controls, and processes support this rapidly growing business.

Responsibilities

The Finance Director will support the leadership team and take responsibility for the financial function. Additionally, the Finance Director will commercialise the business, create KPIs and strategic metrics, and improve full board reporting, partnering with and presenting to the private‑equity house. As the financial number one, you will be crucial in planning future growth and realising the company vision.

Qualifications
  • A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA).
  • Developed new systems and processes as a business has grown while maintaining day‑to‑day control.
  • Capable communicator, able to present to investors and shareholders.
  • Experience in privately‑equity‑backed businesses.
  • Ability to mentor and motivate the finance team.
Other

Uniquely, the client would consider a candidate moving from a Financial Director, Head of Finance, or Financial Controller role in a smaller or larger business. This is a real opportunity for an ambitious candidate on an upward trajectory looking to step into the FD role in a PE‑backed software business.

Benefits

The opportunity offers equity as part of the benefits package.

Due to the high volume of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information about this role.

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