CFO

Cedar is partnered with a PE-backed healthcare services business to appoint an Interim Chief Financial Officer. This is a 6-12 month contract offering £1,250-£1,500 per day, based in the Luton area with hybrid working (3-4 days per week in the office).The role sits at Board level and focuses on value creation, operational performance, exit readiness and financial leadership across an investor-backed services platform, working closely with the CEO, Board and private equity sponsor.The CompanyThe organisation is a PE-backed healthcare services platform operating within a regulated, operationally intensive environment.Following a period of transformation and financial stabilisation, the business is now focused on EBITDA improvement, operational leverage, enhanced reporting quality and preparation for a future transaction process.Finance plays a central role in supporting both operational performance and strategic decision-making.The RoleThe Interim CFO will lead the business through the next phase of value creation and exit preparation, ensuring a commercially focused and investor-ready finance function.Key responsibilities include:Leading financial and operational exit readiness, including preparation for future diligence processes Partnering with the CEO and PE sponsor on value creation, strategic planning and performance improvement initiatives Owning forecasting, budgeting, cashflow management and long-range planning Enhancing KPI reporting and management information across ..... full job details .....