Finance Director PE-Backed Media Business

3 weeks ago


London UK, UK, United Kingdom Marks Sattin Full time

Marks Sattin Executive Search is working with a PE-backed media business, in search of a best-in-class Finance Director, to be a strong strategic partner within the senior leadership team and take ownership of the financial affairs for the business.


The Finance Director will be responsible for running the day-to-day finance function of the business. As well as help to commercialise the business through the implementation of extensive KPI analysis, forecasting, budgeting and reporting. You will act as a true business partner who will offer sustained commercial, financial, and operational input at the board level. Responsibilities will include complete management of a small yet robust finance team (including overall responsibility and overseeing the development and maintenance of financial systems and procedures, including appropriate IT systems


The ideal candidate must have:


  • A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA)
  • Experience as a Divisional Finance Director or Financial controller looking to step up into a no1. Finance Director role in a PE-Backed business in the advertising, Media and/or related sectors
  • Be a capable communicator, and be able to present to both investors and shareholders.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills
  • A high level of motivation, a "can do" attitude and a willingness to be involved at all levels


Please understand that due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.


To help us assess your professional background and achievements, along with your application please include the nature of the business as well as the turnover and EBITDA . Additionally, please provide information on the size and scope of transactions you have facilitated


Marks Sattin Executive Search is part of a leading specialist financial recruitment business. Our team exclusively recruits CFO’s and FD’s into businesses across a wide range of sectors, mostly focused on change (including exit and growth). We continue to expand our network; providing finance professionals for PE backed privately owned and listed businesses.



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