Finance Director
1 month ago
Manchester
Robert Half is partnering with a private equity firm based in Manchester to appoint an Interim Finance Director for one of its fintech portfolio companies, as it prepares for an upcoming sale process. This is a hands on, commercially focused interim role, requiring a senior finance professional with proven experience supporting a business through a transaction whether a PE exit, secondary buyout, trade sale, or carve out. Working closely with the PE sponsors, Board, and management team, you will ensure financial rigour, transparency, and robust control throughout the deal lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead all financial aspects of the sale process, including preparation of due diligence materials and coordination with external advisors. Provide clear, commercially driven insight to the Board and PE investors. Strengthen financial controls, governance, and reporting in a fast paced fintech environment. Act as the key point of contact for auditors, lawyers, and corporate finance advisers. Support the business through the transitional period post transaction, if required. The Successful Candidate Immediately available. Demonstrable track record as an Interim Finance Director or senior finance leader through a transaction or investment process. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate confidently with PE investors and operational teams. Prior experience in a PE backed, fintech, or high-growth technology business is highly desirable. Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with a hands on approach. This role calls for a calm, credible finance leader who can provide stability and leadership during a high pressure, deal driven period. Interim assignment: 6 months. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice. TPBN1_UKTJ