We are working with a PE-backed, AI, SaaS business who are looking for their first permanent CFO.

Their technology is at the forefront of their industry providing services to businesses in areas such as aerospace, electrification, hydrogen and the wider Energy sector. They have achieved huge success and are gearing up to raise their Series B this year.

Therefore, they are looking for a CFO who has experience of raising Series B rounds in similar environments. You will get to work as a strategic partner to the CEO and Investors whilst driving the professionalisation of the Finance function, building robust business models and developing aspects such as models, forecasts and budgets. There will also be the opportunity to evaluate and lead M&A.

This role can be either full or part-time for the right person.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and execute the financial strategy aligned with the company's growth objectives.
• Lead the development of financial models, forecasts, and budgets.
• Work closely with the CEO to formulate and implement financial plans for scaling operations.
• Implement and own financial processes, including cash management, reporting, accounting, billing, cash collection, annual accounts, and monthly management accounts.
• Prepare comprehensive board reports highlighting key financial metrics and insights.

Fundraising and Investor Relations:

• Prepare and present financial information to potential investors during fundraising rounds.
• Contribute to the successful execution of the Series B funding round.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential investors.

Business Modelling and Pricing:

• Drive the development of pricing strategies for our SaaS products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and optimize the business model.
• Conduct market analysis to determine the best positioning of our products.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A):

• Leverage expertise in high-growth startups and M&A to guide strategic decisions.
• Evaluate potential acquisition opportunities and contribute to due diligence processes.

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Work alongside the CEO to develop and refine the company's overall strategy.
• Identify opportunities for growth, expansion, and market penetration.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making across departments.

International Expansion:

• Lead financial planning for expansion into new markets, specifically the US, Asia, and Europe.
• Navigate international financial regulations and optimize financial processes for global operations.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.  

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a CFO or FD in a startup environment, preferably through multiple funding rounds.
• Strong background in financial modelling, business strategy, pricing optimization, and the basics of finance, including cash management, reporting, accounting, and implementing financial processes.
• Experience with successful Series B fundraising and familiarity with startup acquisitions.
• International business experience, especially in the US, Asia, and Europe.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field; MBA or equivalent preferred

We are working with a FTSE 30 multi £B turnover business who are looking to hire a Senior Insurance and Risk Manager on a permanent basis. This role will report directly into a board member with the view of progression and a global remit.

The role:

• Lead the team in the delivery of the Global Insurance programmes. This includes all aspects of programme delivery, from management of the relevant broker and engagement with lead insurers, to reviewing and debating policy language and management of claims.
• Lead and manage the external service providers in their delivery of their services in accordance with contractual arrangements.
• Provide a technical insurance escalation for queries arising from internal or external parties.
• Lead the day-to-day ERM team, ensuring delivery of end-to-end ERM process and reporting to various Risk Committees. 
• Support ERM, as liaison for specific functions and regions. Includes providing ad-hoc advice on risk management issues, facilitation of regional risk committee meetings and participation at functional risk meetings.
• Coaching and training of other risk and insurance team members as required

The Person:

• Relevant Insurance qualification is pre-requisite.
• Relevant experience of multi-national insurance programmes, including operational aspects.
• Technical ability with regards to policy wording review and interpretation.
• Experience of managing and maintaining relationships with insurance brokers and insurers is required.
• Experience with Captives would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of ERM practices and terminology would be beneficial.
• Good understanding of the business and operating models is desirable but experience in large multinational organisations is required.

On Offer:

• £125k - £135k plus highly generous bonus scheme
• Hybrid working - 2-3 days from home 

We are partnered with a rapidly growing, PE-backed, buy-and-build Tech business who are looking for a CFO to join them on the next stage of their journey.

You will have the opportunity to make your mark on one of the funds flagship investments by:

• Professionalising the Finance function,
• Looking after the integration of acquisitions,
• Managing the growth of the business (organic and inorganic),
• Putting the firm in the best position to exit in the coming years.

Requirements:

• A seasoned CFO with experience of scaling PE-backed, tech-enabled businesses.
• Experience of working in a leveraged Business and reporting to external investors.
• Experience of supporting and integrating International M&A processes.
• Skilled in implementing new processes, systems, KPI’s etc.
• Experience of working in an international business, working across multiple time zones with ideally some significant exposure to US markets.
• A background of heading up a lean, agile Finance team.
• A proven ability to business partner with the CEO, Board and Investors.
• Ideally have had involvement in preparation towards a successful exit process

A rapidly expanding, PE-backed Services Business based in North London are looking for an FD to lead their Finance function on the next stage of their journey.

The business are a leader in their sector and have recently expanded into the EU with further plans for expansion in the coming years and an aim to sell the business in the next couple of years.

The business have a solid plan for growth and are backed by investors with a great track record in the space.

This is an exciting opportunity for an FD, or highly experienced FC looking for a step up, who is looking to really make their mark on a business with a very positive culture that breeds accountability and ownership.

Requirements:

• FD or FC with experience in a stock-driven, fast paced, scaling business with an unstructured Finance function in need of improvement
• Demonstrable experience of professionalising Finance functions, improving processes and implementing controls, KPI's etc.
• Exposure to working in the EU - knowledge of how different VAT and tax rates etc. affect the finances
• The ability to cleanse, analyse and present data/numbers and be the person operating effectively between the PE house and business
• A calm, level-headed demeanour with the ability to work and communicate well under pressure

Phipps Cameron are pleased to be working with a leading PE-Backed European player in the Consumer Health Care space, showing double digit growth over the last decade and has recently acquired several companies. 

As such they are looking to invest in a full time Post-Merger Integration Manager to work across Europe, initially Frankfurt, Germany. 

This is a key role and provides an opportunity to build a team that evolves with the firm as it accelerates it's growth over the coming years,

 Job Description:

• Lead end-to-end integration processes, from planning and strategy development to execution, ensuring the harmonious consolidation of the businesses acquired
• Drive cultural integration efforts to foster a collaborative and high-performing environment among the merged entities.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement of PMI integration processes and methodologies.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and success of integration efforts, regularly reporting progress to senior leadership and proposing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges, adapting strategies as needed to ensure a smooth integration process.
•  Serve as a strategic advisor to senior management, providing insights on integration-related decisions and opportunities for value creation.
• Build a high-performance team of “integrators”  by providing coaching, mentoring, and guidance

  Profile and skills required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 6 to 8 years of proven experience in M&A integration projects
• Native German speaker and proficiency in English are a must. Fluent in French or Spanish is a plus
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills to drive innovative solutions and optimize integration processes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively and have impactful interactions with diverse cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Knowledge of the consumer healthcare or pharmaceutical industry is a plus

We are currently working with a Dutch based Healthcare PE-Backed business looking to add a Head of M&A/ M&A Director Level role.

This role will be responsible for providing strategic analysis, advice and operational support to the CFO and Management Board and to manage all major acquisition, investment and divestment activity. This opportunity will also play a key part in formulating the strategy for the group. 

The ideal candidate for this role will be an individual with 7-10 years of experience, a corporate healthcare background as well as exposure in an advisory (consulting/ investment banking) role. Dutch and English spoken and written necessary 

Key Accountabilities Include:

• Strategic Input: Using inorganic activity to drive the Group Strategy forward in an efficient manner
• Execution: Manage a portfolio of projects from inception to conclusion - deploying the resources in the M&A function to achieve the best result
• Obtaining Buy-In: Recommend M&A Activity to the Management Board
• Rigorous selection: Identify Merger, Acquisition, Disposal Targets, Potential deals for the Group which make strategic and financial sense, managing the relationships of these targets
• Growing People: Continue the legacy of M&A in recruiting and developing the highest quality and diverse team possible

Candidate must have Right to work in the EU. 

**This is an exciting opportunity, for a driven individual to come in and be a key player in the growth story of the business **

Phipps Cameron is presently collaborating with a leading global hospitality company actively seeking an FP&A Director. They are redefining certain areas within the hospitality industry and expanding rapidly into the UK and European markets. This is a remote role and will manage a team of remote individuals who work across the globe.

The FP&A Director will report to the CFO, assisting in propelling the business forward as they expand rapidly into the UK and European markets.

Key accountabilities & responsibilities of the FP&A Director:

• Lead financial planning and analysis process for UK business unit, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting variance analysis and synthesizing drivers and messaging.
• Develop and implement financial models to support business decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business drivers and provide actionable insights to drive business performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to streamline financial reporting and analysis.
• Manage currency translation and its impact on actuals, forecast and budget.
• Prepare presentations for senior management and board of directors.
• Communicate financial results to corporate headquarter teams.
• Partner with various key stakeholders across the U Kand European business to help translate business strategy and objectives into financial plans through development of business cases and financial analysis.
• Participate in financial system implementation and continuous improvement efforts.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• 12+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, advanced modeling, and special projects preferably in the QSR industry.
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success building new capabilities and processes
• Sound knowledge of accounting and financial theory including currency translation and its impact on financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to provide actionable insights.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with executive presence.
• Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment and to adapt to new situations as they arise.
• Self-stater with ability to work independently as well collaborate effectively in cross-functional team.

PE-backed mission critical software business seeks VP of M&A to lead change on a global scale.

Join a business with a proven track record in their field, extremely well thought of in their network; a key player in their specialist markets, on an international scale.

This role is a seat at the table with the leadership team, including collaboration with the ExCo. 

The role offers autonomy in a wider M&A team with a strong trust culture.  As such, it is key that you can demonstrate the ability to operate with best practice in the following areas:

• Proven deal track record, operating effectively in a high-pace setting incl managing multiple concurrent international deals
• Strong history of closing various deal types/sizes incl bolt-ons and transformational work
• Ability to apply a strategic lens to everything you do
• Exceptional analytic skills incl ability to mentor others in analytical tasks
• Strong knowledge and experience in legal aspects of M&A
• Exceptional external network in corporate development, private equity, investment banking
• Ability to immediately build rapport, laying foundations for new relationships at all levels
• Strong and transparent communicator, able to simplify complex issues in order to impart knowledge to wider business and its leaders, able to negotiate with and influence senior stakeholders

Preference will initially be given to candidates with corporate development experience in-house in software, but impressive candidates from other relevant areas will be considered.

“An incredible business on an exciting transformational journey.  The right person will go far here.”

We are currently working with a FTSE 50 Business looking to add a Group Head of M&A. This role will be responsible for providing strategic analysis, advice and operational support to the CFO and Management Board and to manage all major acquisition, investment and divestment activity. This opportunity will also play a key part in formulating the strategy for the group. 

Key Accountabilities Include:

• Strategic Input: Using inorganic activity to drive the Group Strategy forward in an efficient manner
• Execution: Manage a portfolio of projects from inception to conclusion - deploying the resources in the M&A function to achieve the best result
• Obtaining Buy-In: Recommend M&A Activity to the Management Board
• Rigorous selection: Identify Merger, Acquisition, Disposal Targets, Potential deals for the Group which make strategic and financial sense, managing the relationships of these targets
• Growing People: Continue the legacy of M&A in recruiting and developing the highest quality and diverse team possible

Requirements:

• Credible: Must have the personal credibility to work directly with the CFO and Management Board and to influence both general strategic decisions and M&A decisions
• Leadership: Proven experience building strong teams required. The candidate will be expected to have built diverse teams, addressed performance issues in a sympathetic manner and will have a roster of successful alumni who have progressed
• Savvy: Exhibit a strong understanding of business both from a strategic and operational sense to be able to span long-term strategy and short-term deal-making
• Global: Have a broad mindset, understanding cultural difference, ideally underpinned by global experience.The successful candidate will have worked with, or in, different cultures and will be able to display an empathy for the challenges faced
• Credentials: Financial background and deal-making experience is essential, through a track record of similar activities underpinned by strong examples. Qualified accountants are preferred. General business training(MBA or equivalent) is also useful for cross-functional view of business strategy Communication: Strong communication and influencing skills

Incredible position to support field-leading software CEO to deliver the value proposition of their PE-backed business.

This role will be broad and varied, and built around the successful candidate. It will suit someone highly ambitious who operates well in autonomous environments; someone who is keen to work with a field-leading CEO in all aspects of their delivery.  The successful person will understand the pace, pressure and opportunity associated with a Chief of Staff position in a PE-backed software business.

Qualities / skills / attributes sought:

• A strong understanding of software businesses
• Exposure to Private Equity will be highly advantageous – either having dealt with sponsors as clients, or coming from a PE background directly
• Demonstrated ability as a strategic thinker, and highly analytical
• Strong business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset
• Passionate and ambitious, yet able to keep a cool head under pressure
• Extremely non-hierarchal operating style, able to work and communicate effectively with people of all levels, understanding that everyone has a part to play in the success of a business
• Hungry for feedback as a lever for self-improvement
• Very strong written and spoken communication skills, including being clear, concise and organised when explaining concepts
• Impeccable organiser, including managing projects, timelines and inputs from others
• Consummately delivery-focused – able to identify and execute priorities without supervision / intervention
• Ability to upward manage with skill, decorum and tact – keep CEO / Execs on track whilst also making room for shifting business priorities and accommodating their pressures

This role can be based anywhere in the UK, as the team are flexible and innovative in all aspects of their practice.

Everything about this role offers a chance to build a foundation in a leading international software business which absolutely fosters career growth of their staff.  The successful candidate will go far here.

Competitive remuneration and package; excellent culture; tremendous colleagues.