Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Private Equity-Backed SaaS Business | £10m ARR | Acquisitive Growth Strategy Location: London Compensation: £150,000 per annum Bonus Equity IH5993 Our client, a fast-growing, Private Equity-backed SaaS business, is seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to play a pivotal role in driving its ambitious growth strategy. With current annual recurring revenue (ARR) of £10 million, the business is poised to scale to £30 million ARR over the next three years through a dynamic mix of organic and acquisitive growth. Operating across EMEA and with plans to expand into the Americas, this business is at an exciting inflection point, requiring a strategic financial leader to support its next phase of growth. The Role As CFO, you will be a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering closely with the CEO and investors to deliver the company’s growth objectives. Your remit will span financial strategy, operational execution, and leadership of a high-performing finance function. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the financial direction of a scaling SaaS business and drive value creation in a private equity context. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a financial roadmap to support the business's ambitious growth targets, including ARR scaling and geographic expansion into the Americas. Acquisition Strategy: Lead financial due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition performance optimisation for multiple acquisitions. Financial Management: Ensure robust financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance across multiple geographies. Provide insightful analysis to guide strategic decision-making. Investor Relations: Act as a trusted partner to the private equity investors, managing stakeholder communication and reporting with a focus on value creation. Operational Excellence: Build and optimise finance processes, systems, and controls to support the complexity of a scaling, international SaaS business. Leadership: Inspire and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. The Candidate The ideal candidate will be a highly strategic and commercially astute financial leader with a track record of success in scaling SaaS or technology businesses. Key requirements include: Proven CFO or senior finance leadership experience in a Private Equity or growth-focused environment. Strong background in SaaS/technology, with a deep understanding of SaaS metrics and dynamics. Experience driving acquisitive growth, including financial due diligence, integration, and value realisation. Expertise in international expansion, ideally including experience in the Americas. A results-driven mindset, combining strategic vision with operational rigour. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at board level.