Group Financial Controller - Immediate Start - Interim to Perm 

£400–500 per day (inside IR35) or c.£100k FTC

We are partnering with a private equity-backed, high-growth international insurance platform operating a multi-entity, specialty lines model. The business has scaled rapidly through a buy-and-build strategy, combining organic growth with strategic acquisitions, and continues to expand across multiple jurisdictions.

With strong backing and ambitious growth plans, the Group offers a fast-paced, high-performing but genuinely collaborative culture. This is an environment where pace is intense, expectations are high, but teams are well-supported and engaged—making it both challenging and highly rewarding.

This is a 6-month interim to permanent (or FTC to perm) opportunity, reporting to the Finance Director, with full ownership of the finance operations and responsibility for leading and developing a well-established team.

The Role

• Lead and oversee the group financial control function across a multi-entity, multi-currency environment
• Own and enhance the month-end close, controls and reporting processes
• Partner the FD on M&A activity, including integration of newly acquired businesses
• Drive improvements in data quality, processes, controls and scalability as the business grows
• Support delivery of timely, high-quality reporting to senior leadership, investors and lenders
• Act as a true leader of the finance function, developing capability and driving performance across the team
• Contribute to wider commercial, operational and transformation initiatives

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) with 10+ years PQE
• Ideally trained in practice with strong technical foundations
• Experience in a buy-and-build / M&A environment, ideally within insurance, broking or financial services
• Proven team leadership experience – this is a leadership role, not a hands-on “doer” position
• Comfortable operating in a high-growth, fast-paced PE-backed environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills and a solution-oriented mindset

FP&A Controller / Senior FP&A Controller (m/w/d)

Standort: Frankfurt am Main (2–3 Tage vor Ort, restlich flexibel remote)
Vertragsart: Unbefristete Festanstellung
Start: Ab sofort
Branche: Business Services / PE-backed Buy-and-Build-Plattform
Vergütung: 100.000 – 140.000 EUR Fixgehalt + Bonus

Für eine stark wachsende, Private-Equity-backed Unternehmensgruppe im Buy-and-Build-Umfeld suchen wir einen erfahrenen FP&A Controller mit tiefgehender LucaNet-Expertise.

Die Gruppe wurde Anfang des Jahres gegründet und umfasst bereits sieben Gesellschaften mit weiterem anorganischem Wachstum in den kommenden Jahren.

Aufgaben

• Verantwortung für den gesamten FP&A-Prozess innerhalb der Unternehmensgruppe
• Einspielen, Aufbereitung und Qualitätssicherung von Finanzdaten in LucaNet
• Durchführung von Adjustments, Normalisierungen und Konsolidierungen
• Erstellung und Weiterentwicklung von Monatsabschlüssen, Forecasts und Budgetplanungen
• Umsatz-, Cashflow- und KPI-Analysen sowie Management- und Investor-Reporting
• Unterstützung bei der Integration neu erworbener Gesellschaften in die Reporting- und Planungsstruktur
• Weiterentwicklung und Optimierung von Reporting-, Planungs- und Konsolidierungsprozessen
• Enge Zusammenarbeit mit Geschäftsführung, CFO, Investor sowie den operativen Gesellschaften

Anforderungen

• Mehrjährige Erfahrung im Bereich FP&A, Controlling oder Group Finance innerhalb eines PE-getriebenen Umfelds
• Tiefgehende, praxiserprobte LucaNet-Kenntnisse, insbesondere in den Bereichen Datenintegration, Konsolidierung, Planning und Reporting
• Erfahrung in Buy-and-Build- oder stark wachsenden Multi-Entity-Strukturen von Vorteil
• Fundiertes Verständnis von Bilanz, GuV und Cashflow-Zusammenhängen
• Strukturierte, analytische und gleichzeitig hands-on Arbeitsweise
• Hohe Affinität zu Datenqualität, Reporting-Geschwindigkeit und Prozessoptimierung
• Kommunikationssichere Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse
• Motivation, in einer dynamischen PE-Umgebung Verantwortung zu übernehmen und Strukturen aktiv mit aufzubauen

Interim Head of Accounting – Munich

Mid-Sized Financial Services Business

A growing mid-sized financial services business based in Munich is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Accounting to lead and stabilise the accounting function during a period of operational development and finance transformation.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, the successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations, ensure high-quality financial reporting and compliance, and support ongoing process improvement initiatives within a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting function, including general ledger, AP/AR, and month-end close processes
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Oversee HGB accounting compliance and support external audit processes
• Drive improvements across accounting processes, controls, and reporting quality
• Manage cash reconciliation, balance sheet reviews, and accounting governance
• Support finance transformation and systems/process optimisation initiatives
• Coordinate with tax advisors, auditors, and external stakeholders where required
• Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team during a period of change and growth

Candidate Profile

• Experienced accounting leader with prior Head of Accounting or senior finance management experience
• Strong knowledge of HGB accounting standards within financial services or regulated environments
• Hands-on operational approach with the ability to work effectively in dynamic mid-sized businesses
• Experience managing audits, reporting cycles, and finance process improvements
• Prior interim experience highly desirable
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced and evolving environments
• Fluent German and strong English language skills required

Additional Information

• Interim mandate based in Munich
• Mid-sized, growth-oriented financial services environment
• Immediate or short-notice availability preferred
• Competitive interim day rate/package available depending on experience

About the Company

Our client is a leading financial services platform supporting independent wealth management firms across the United States. The organization provides technology, operations, compliance, and business support that enable advisory firms to scale efficiently while maintaining strong client service and regulatory standards.

Through an active acquisition strategy, the business completes multiple transactions each year and integrates newly acquired firms into its operating platform. This creates a fast-paced, high-volume M&A environment where HR integration is critical to ensuring seamless employee transitions, accurate data migration, and a consistent Day 1 experience.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Manager, HR M&A Integration to lead HR integration activity across a high-volume acquisition environment within wealth management. This role partners closely with M&A, HR, Payroll, Benefits, Legal, Technology, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth, compliant, and employee-focused transitions. The role owns HR due diligence, Day 1 readiness, onboarding, and post-close integration across multiple acquisitions each year, while improving integration frameworks and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR workstreams across M&A transactions, including due diligence, Day 1 readiness, onboarding, and post-close integration
• Partner with M&A and business leaders to align on timelines, workforce risks, communications, and escalation paths
• Conduct HR due diligence, identifying workforce, compliance, and organizational risks and providing recommendations
• Manage employee data collection, validation, and onboarding setup across HRIS, Payroll, and Benefits
• Coordinate employment agreements and offer documentation with Recruiting and Legal
• Ensure accurate payroll, benefits enrollment, and HR system setup for acquired employees
• Design and execute Day 1 onboarding communications and employee experience
• Build and manage Day 1–Day 100 integration plans, tracking milestones, dependencies, and issues
• Provide leadership updates on progress, risks, and key decisions
• Develop and improve HR M&A playbooks, templates, and governance tools
• Support post-close stabilization and transition into ongoing HR operations and HRBP support

Qualifications

• 7+ years HR experience, ideally with HR Business Partner and broad HR generalist exposure
• Experience supporting M&A or complex organizational change initiatives
• Strong cross-functional stakeholder management across HR, Payroll, Benefits, Legal, and M&A teams
• Comfortable working with employee data, HRIS/payroll systems, and Excel-based tracking and reconciliation
• Strong communication skills with ability to drive alignment and execution in fast-paced environments

About the Company
Our client is a leading, private equity–backed wealth management platform headquartered in Texas. The firm supports a national network of independent financial advisors through a comprehensive ecosystem of advisory, broker-dealer, technology, and operational solutions, enabling long-term growth while preserving advisor independence.

The Role
The Chief of Staff will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the CEO, driving alignment, clarity, and disciplined execution across the organization. Acting as a bridge between the CEO, executive leadership team, and investors, this individual will translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and ensure consistent follow-through. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, governance, operations, and communication and is ideal for a commercially minded operator with experience in wealth management or broader financial services.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO to prioritize and advance strategic initiatives.
• Drive cross-functional coordination and track execution against key priorities.
• Prepare board and investor materials and support executive readiness.
• Monitor performance metrics and provide actionable insights.
• Improve organizational effectiveness and streamline processes.
• Reinforce the CEO’s vision and support enterprise-wide communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, or executive support roles.
• Wealth management or financial services experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• High integrity, discretion, and ownership mindset.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

This is a high-impact opportunity to operate at the center of a growth-oriented, PE-backed platform and influence enterprise-level decision-making.

We’re partnering with a global enterprise software platform to hire an Associate into its Corporate Development team.

This is a high-impact opportunity to join a lean, strategically important function responsible for M&A, strategic investments, and long-term growth initiatives across a large-scale technology business.

The role offers direct exposure to senior leadership and involvement across the full transaction lifecycle, from sourcing and evaluation through execution and strategic integration.

Key responsibilities include:

• Evaluating acquisition, partnership, and strategic investment opportunities
• Building financial models, valuation analyses, and market assessments
• Supporting live M&A and investment processes, including diligence coordination and stakeholder management
• Preparing investment materials and presentations for senior executives
• Monitoring industry trends and helping maintain an active pipeline of potential targets
• Partnering cross-functionally with Finance, Product, Legal, and Operations teams on strategic initiatives

We’re looking to speak with candidates who have:

• 3–5 years of experience in Private Equity or Investment Banking
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills
• Excellent analytical and communication capabilities
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move into a strategic in-house role within a global technology platform operating at significant scale.

Please apply directly or contact us confidentially for more information.

Head of Finance – SaaS Business

Role

A rapidly growing SaaS business is seeking a commercially focused Head of Finance to lead and further develop the finance function during a key phase of scale-up growth. Reporting directly to the CFO/CEO, the role will partner closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, improve scalability, and support strategic decision-making across the business.

This is a broad finance leadership role within a fast-paced, data-driven environment, combining operational finance ownership with strategic business partnering responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the day-to-day finance function across FP&A, accounting, reporting, treasury, and controls
• Owning budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting processes across the business
• Developing SaaS-specific financial analysis including ARR, MRR, churn, CAC, LTV, cohort analysis, and unit economics
• Supporting commercial decision-making through data-driven financial insight and performance analysis
• Building scalable finance processes, systems, and controls to support continued growth
• Managing cash flow forecasting and working capital planning
• Supporting fundraising, board reporting, and investor communications where required
• Partnering with operational teams across sales, customer success, product, and operations
• Managing external advisors including auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners
• Supporting ERP, BI, and finance systems improvements
• Building and mentoring a high-performing finance team as the business scales

Candidate

The successful candidate will be a hands-on and analytically strong finance leader with experience operating in high-growth SaaS or technology environments.

Key requirements include:

• Proven experience in a Head of Finance, Finance Director, or senior finance leadership role
• Strong understanding of SaaS business models and recurring revenue metrics
• Experience within high-growth, scale-up, VC-backed, or PE-backed businesses
• Strong FP&A and commercial finance capabilities
• Experience building and improving finance processes within scaling organisations
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on within a dynamic environment
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Advanced analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities
• Experience with modern ERP, BI, and reporting tools is advantageous
• Prior exposure to fundraising, investor reporting, or international expansion is beneficial
• Fluent English required; additional European languages are advantageous

This opportunity offers significant exposure to leadership, strategy, and growth initiatives within an ambitious and rapidly scaling SaaS environment.