Prospera Executive has been mandated to appoint a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a multi-site healthcare business recently backed by a prominent private equity investor. The business operates across multiple locations with a strong clinical reputation, robust compliance framework, and significant potential for both organic and acquisitive growth.
The Role
This is a pivotal hire at a key moment in the organisation’s growth journey. The incoming CFO will be instrumental in professionalising the finance function post-investment—introducing systems, controls, and reporting processes suited to a private equity environment, while maintaining the rigour required in a regulated sector.
Following this initial transformation phase, the CFO will shift focus to strategic initiatives, including M&A execution, integration planning, and performance optimisation across the estate. This role will work closely with the CEO and investors to support a high-impact value creation plan.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and lead a best-in-class finance function across a multi-site footprint
- Oversee financial planning, reporting, controls and compliance
- Lead financial elements of future acquisitions and integration activity
- Develop performance metrics and board reporting dashboards
- Provide commercial and strategic input to support data-driven decision-making
- Partner with clinical and operational leadership to improve efficiency and outcomes
- Act as a key liaison with the private equity investor
Candidate Profile
- Experienced CFO or Finance Director in a PE-backed or fast-growing business
- Background in healthcare, social care, or other regulated, multi-site services
- Demonstrated success in professionalising finance functions
- Strong understanding of financial planning, control, and M&A
- A pragmatic, hands-on leader with a track record of driving change
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence at Board level