FPandA Director

Cedar is partnered with a PE-backed Consultancy within the IT and Data sector to support the appointment of an Interim FPandA Director. This role is based in Central London on a hybrid basis (2-3 days per week in the office) and is offered on a day-rate contract, paying £700 to £1,000 per day. The initial contract duration is 6 months.The CompanyA consultancy specialising in IT and data services, backed by a mid-market private equity firm and entering a critical pre-exit phase. With strong underlying performance and a well-established client base, the business is now focused on optimising financial performance, enhancing forecasting capability, and strengthening commercial insight ahead of a planned exit within the next 12 months.You''ll join a high-growth, investor-backed environment with an engaged PE sponsor and a leadership team aligned on preparing the business for transaction, with a clear emphasis on quality of earnings, forecasting accuracy, and value maximisation.The RoleAs Interim FPandA Director, you''ll lead the planning, forecasting, and commercial finance agenda, with a strong emphasis on supporting pre-sale preparation. You will play a key role in driving insight, improving forecasting rigour, and ensuring the business is well-positioned from a financial and commercial perspective ahead of exit.Key responsibilities include:Owning and enhancing the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processesBuilding and refining financial models to support exit ..... full job details .....