About the Role
The Finance Director will play a key role in shaping the future of the business. Working closely with the CEO and private equity investors, you will lead the finance function with a focus on ensuring the business is optimally positioned for a successful sale. You will be responsible for financial strategy, investor reporting, and ensuring robust financial governance. This is a high-profile role requiring both technical excellence and commercial vision.
About the Company
Our client is a medium-sized organisation in the renewables sector, with a strong reputation for delivering sustainable energy solutions across the UK. Based in the Portsmouth area, the company has experienced rapid growth in recent years and is now preparing for the next stage of its journey, with private equity backing and a sale process on the horizon. This role presents an exciting opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage in its evolution.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Lead the finance team, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
Drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
Oversee cash flow, working capital, and funding requirements
Manage relationships with private equity stakeholders and external advisors
Develop financial models and board packs to support strategic decision-making
Ensure the finance function is fit for purpose for due diligence and sale preparation
Provide commercial insight to support operational performance and growth initiatives
Maintain strong governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks
Qualifications & Experience
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), ideally with prior experience as a Finance Director
Track record of working with private equity-backed businesses and exposure to sale/exit processes
Strong technical skills in financial reporting, compliance, and governance
Commercially astute with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Experience in renewables, energy, or infrastructure would be an advantage
Resilient, results-oriented, and able to operate effectively in a fast-changing environment