CFO/Finance Director - NHS Supplier Roll-Up
Company Overview
We are launching a disciplined roll-up of UK SMEs that supply directly to the NHS. Our strategy involves acquiring 20+ companies over five years, consolidating fragmented supply sectors through operational integration and digital transformation. The target is to build a £200M+ enterprise value platform serving NHS buyers with enhanced breadth, reliability, and compliance.
Location:
UK
Type:
Advisory (unpaid) transitioning to Part-time (paid) then Full-time
Industry:
Healthcare Supply Chain Consolidation
Phase 1 (Months 1-6):
Unpaid advisory role contributing to business launch and first acquisition preparation
Role Structure
Phase 2 (Post-first acquisition):
Part-time CFO with competitive compensation
Phase 3 (Post 2nd-3rd acquisition):
Full-time Finance Director role
Key Responsibilities
Advisory Phase
- Develop financial models for target acquisitions (£2M-£15M turnover range)
- Structure deal financing combining equity, debt, and vendor financing
- Create due diligence frameworks and acquisition scorecards
- Establish financial reporting and consolidation processes
- Build relationships with debt providers and family office investors
Post-Acquisition Operations
- Lead financial integration of acquired companies
- Implement group-wide ERP systems and reporting standards
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and debt covenant compliance
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
- Support commercial negotiations with NHS procurement frameworks
- Drive margin improvement initiatives across portfolio companies
- Prepare for eventual exit (IPO or strategic sale)
Essential Requirements
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with 8+ years post-qualification experience
- Demonstrated M&A experience in buy-and-build or roll-up strategies
- Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities
- Experience with acquisition financing and private equity partnerships
- Track record of post-acquisition integration and systems implementation
- Understanding of public sector procurement processes (NHS experience preferred)
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with healthcare or regulated industry suppliers
- Knowledge of NHS frameworks, contracts, and compliance requirements
- Private equity or growth capital background
- ERP implementation experience (SAP, Dynamics)
- Previous CFO role in £50M+ revenue business
Advisory Phase:
Equity participation commensurate with contribution
Compensation
Part-time Role:
£80k-£100k pro rata + equity
Full-time Role:
£120k-£150k + performance bonus + significant equity upside
Application Requirements
Submit CV with covering letter addressing:
1. Relevant M&A and integration experience
2. Approach to acquisition financial evaluation
3. Understanding of NHS procurement landscape
4. Motivation for advisory-to-permanent progression
This role offers the opportunity to build a substantial healthcare platform from inception, with meaningful equity participation in a business targeting private equity-level returns while serving the UK's largest public sector customer.