• Strategy & Optimization: Develop and implement the global tax strategy to manage the Group’s effective tax rate (ETR).
• Governance & Compliance: Oversee corporate tax obligations across the Americas and EMEA, ensuring robust internal controls and managing external advisors.
• Transfer Pricing: Design and maintain the Group’s TP policy and documentation (OECD standards, Master/Local Files).
• M&A & Business Partnering: Provide tax structuring for acquisitions and divestitures; advise senior leadership on supply chain and market entry decisions.
• Tax Accounting: Oversee tax provisions under IFRS and manage tax audits/risks globally.
• Leadership: Lead the internal tax function and coordinate with regional finance teams.

• Experience: 12–15+ years in international tax within a multinational corporation or a Big Four firm.
• Sector Expertise: Background in industrial/manufacturing environments 
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of cross-border taxation, OECD BEPS, Pillar Two, and IFRS.
• Education: Master’s degree in Tax, Law, or Finance; professional certifications (CPA, CTA) are a plus.
• Leadership: Proven ability to translate complex tax concepts into actionable business advice for executive stakeholders.

Deputy Group Chief Accountant (m/f/d)
Location: Munich (Hybrid)
Role Type: Permanent

We are partnered with a leading Private Equity backed European Healthcare business who is looking for a Deputy Group Chief Accountant / Accounting Manager to join their team. They are a high growing company with large networks around Europe. Their strategic objective in the next few months is to make an exit to another PE firm which means to strengthen their teams so that they are exit ready and managing the growth in the best possible way.

This is a key role within finance at group level, offering exposure to complex international structures, IFRS reporting, and strategic projects including acquisitions and integrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure the accuracy and completeness of IFRS monthly and annual financial statements across multiple international entities
• Coordinate group consolidation activities, including intercompany reconciliations and capital consolidation
• Support and advise international finance teams on IFRS topics (including IFRS 16 and IFRS 3)
• Prepare and review reports on financial performance and key transactions
• Coordinate and support the external group audit process
• Contribute to the development and standardization of group accounting policies (IFRS)
• Participate in international projects, particularly M&A and post-merger integrations
• Support the implementation of group-wide standards in areas such as ESG/CSRD, risk management, and tax compliance
• Act as a key contact for finance-related topics across functions (e.g., M&A, Treasury, FP&A, Controlling)
• Work with consolidation systems (e.g., LucaNet)

Your Profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or similar qualification (e.g., certified accountant)
• Several years of experience in IFRS group accounting within an international environment or advisory firm
• Strong understanding of consolidation and group reporting processes
• Experience with consolidation tools (LucaNet preferred)
• Analytical mindset with a hands-on and solution-oriented approach
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, international environment
• Fluent in German and English

What’s on Offer

• A key position within a growing international group
• Exposure to complex group structures and strategic projects
• Collaborative and international working environment
• Flexible working model (hybrid setup)
• Competitive compensation and long-term development opportunities

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

B2B SaaS | Private Equity-Backed | ~€30m Revenue

The Role

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Board and investors, the CFO will lead all financial aspects of a €30m B2B business undergoing a transition to a scalable, recurring revenue SaaS model.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, with a strong focus on supporting the company’s transformation, building a best-in-class finance function, and driving value creation in a private equity environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ownership of all finance functions: accounting, reporting, FP&A, tax, treasury, and compliance
• Development of robust financial planning, forecasting, and board reporting
• Supporting the transition to a SaaS model, including implementation of relevant KPIs (ARR, MRR, churn, LTV/CAC)
• Driving commercial insight around pricing, customer economics, and growth initiatives
• Leading the professionalisation and digitalisation of finance, including systems (ERP, BI) and data infrastructure
• Acting as a key interface to investors, including board reporting, performance tracking, and support on financing or exit processes
• Building and leading a high-performing finance team and partnering closely with Sales, Product, and Operations

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader in a PE-backed and/or high-growth environment
• Strong exposure to SaaS or recurring revenue models, with a clear understanding of associated KPIs and commercial drivers
• Track record of building and scaling finance functions in dynamic, transformation-driven environments
• Experience in financial planning, performance management, and investor reporting
• Ideally experience supporting fundraising, refinancing, or exit processes
• Strong systems and data mindset, including experience with ERP and BI tools
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach combined with strategic thinking capability
• Commercially driven, with the ability to partner effectively with senior stakeholders and investors
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating in an evolving, PE-backed environment

Director of M&A | Germany | PE-Backed Healthcare Platform

I’m working on an exciting opportunity with a fast-growing, PE-backed healthcare services platform in Germany, looking to appoint a Director of M&A to help drive its next phase of buy-and-build growth. The business operates at meaningful scale nationally and is pursuing an ambitious acquisition strategy in a fragmented market.

This is a hands-on role with direct exposure to senior management and shareholders, suited to someone who wants to play a visible role in executing and shaping a live M&A agenda. The position will involve ownership of the deal pipeline, evaluation of targets, business case development, LOI preparation, due diligence coordination, SPA negotiations, management of external advisers, and support through post-merger integration. There is also broader exposure to strategy, corporate development and operational improvement work.

We are keen to speak with candidates who bring c.5–8 years of M&A experience gained in investment banking, consulting, transaction advisory or in-house corporate development. You should have strong modelling capability, successful end-to-end transaction experience, including SPA negotiation exposure, and be comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-moving environment. Fluency in both German and English is required.

This is a particularly attractive opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on deal execution, wants broader ownership than a traditional large corporate seat, and is motivated by the chance to help build a scaled platform in a resilient healthcare market.

Location: Germany
Language: German and English

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | PE-backed Biopharma Business
Location: London (Hybrid)
Sector: Biopharma
Compensation: Up to £180,000 + bonus + equity  

Overview
We are partnering with a private equity-backed biopharma business at a critical stage of its growth journey to appoint a high-calibre CFO. This role will be instrumental in professionalising the finance function, supporting international expansion, and leading M&A activity. Working closely with the CEO, Board, and investors, the CFO will play a central role in shaping and delivering the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function, driving professionalisation, scalability, and best-in-class processes, controls, and systems
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, providing insight and challenge to support decision-making
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes across a growing international footprint
• Lead all M&A activity, including target evaluation, due diligence, transaction execution, and post-acquisition integration
• Support international expansion, including market entry strategy, financial structuring, and operational setup
• Oversee cash management, funding, and capital allocation, working closely with private equity stakeholders
• Deliver high-quality board reporting and investor communications
• Ensure robust governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks are in place, appropriate for a scaling biopharma business
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance leadership team

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualified experience
• Proven CFO (or Divisional CFO / Finance Director ready to step up) experience within a private equity-backed, high-growth environment
• Experience in biopharma, life sciences, or a closely related regulated sector
• Strong track record of professionalising finance functions and supporting scale
• Demonstrable M&A experience, including leading transactions and integrations
• Experience supporting international expansion across multiple jurisdictions
• Highly commercial, with the ability to operate strategically and at pace
• Credible, influential leader with strong stakeholder management skills, including Board and investor exposure

Head of FP&A | PE-backed TICC Business
Location: London (Hybrid)
Sector: TICC (Testing, Inspection, Compliance, and Certification)
Compensation: £110,000 - £130,000 + bonus

Overview
We are partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed professional services business to appoint a commercially focused Head of FP&A. This is a pivotal role, working closely with the CFO and senior leadership team to drive financial insight, performance, and strategic decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning and analysis function, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning
• Provide clear, actionable insights on business performance, including variance analysis and KPI reporting
• Partner with senior stakeholders to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and commercial opportunities
• Develop and enhance financial models to support growth, M&A activity, and operational improvement
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, systems, and data quality
• Support board reporting and investor communications, ensuring high-quality, timely outputs
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team

Candidate Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in an FP&A leadership role, ideally within a private equity-backed or high-growth environment
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills
• Experience in professional services or a similar people-driven business is advantageous
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a track record of driving change and improving processes

Head of Data

Location: Fareham, UK

Wealth Management

Competitive Salary

We are working with a dynamic, forward-looking wealth management business that is redefining how clients experience investment and financial planning. Combining digital innovation with trusted advisory expertise, the business is scaling rapidly, delivering personalised client solutions and driving operational excellence across its platform. Positioned at the forefront of the sector, the firm is helping shape the future of wealth management.

We are seeking a highly strategic and technically skilled Head of Data who will be responsible for ensuring data capability and governance underpin strategic priorities, drive value creation and enable data driven product, client and commercial decisions. The role combines hands on technical leadership with strong commercial acumen and outstanding stakeholder engagement to accelerate the monetisation of data across platforms, products and client solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnering with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to optimise data strategy and execution, ensuring alignment across data governance, engineering, analytics and product initiatives.
• Leading high priority data initiatives, including data platform enhancements, data product development, pricing and commercial models for data-enabled solutions and market and customer analytics, ensuring recommendations are actionable and data-driven.
• Driving end-to-end execution of data led initiatives, tracking progress, resolving roadblocks and fostering a culture of accountability across data, tech and commercial teams.
• Monitoring data platform and analytics performance, supporting commercial decision making and identifying opportunities for optimisation, innovation and growth.
• Embedding risk management, data privacy and regulatory alignment across data.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a senior data leadership role within wealth management, asset management or broader financial services (e.g., Head of Data, Chief Data Officer or equivalent).
• Strong strategic, operational and analytical skills, with a track record of delivering cross functional data driven programmes to completion.
• Demonstrable experience leading complex data or digital transformations, including data architecture, data governance, ML/AI enablement and data monetisation.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage senior executives, boards and external partners.
• Commercially astute, able to align data strategy and delivery with business outcomes, revenue opportunities and client value propositions.
• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities in a fast p paced environment.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, data privacy and data management best practices relevant to UK wealth management.
• Hands on but strategically focused: comfortable contributing technically when needed while driving the overarching data strategy and commercial ambitions.

For more information, please apply for this role or contact Elliot O'Shea-Cowan at elliot.oshea-cowan@phippscameron.com.