Cedar is partnered with a PE-backed Consultancy within the IT and Data sector to support the appointment of an Interim FP&A 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 FP&A 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 readiness, scenario planning, and value creation initiativesDelivering high-quality analysis and insight to support strategic decision-making and commercial performanceWorking closely with senior leadership and PE stakeholders to ensure alignment on financial performance and forecastsSupporting pre-sale preparation, including data integrity, financial diligence readiness, and quality of earnings considerationsImproving the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of management reporting and KPI trackingPartnering with commercial teams to challenge assumptions, analyse trends, and drive performance improvementIdentifying key value drivers, risks, and opportunities across the businessEnhancing FP&A processes, tools, and frameworks to support scalability and exit readinessProviding clear, credible financial narratives to support investor communications and potential buyer engagementYour ProfileQualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)Proven experience operating at FP&A Director, Head of FP&A, or senior commercial finance level within PE-backed or high-growth environmentsDemonstrable experience supporting a business through a private equity exit from an FP&A or commercial finance perspectiveStrong track record in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance analysisExperience working closely with investors, senior leadership, and cross-functional teamsCommercially minded with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insightHands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to operate both strategically and operationallyAvailable at short notice or immediatelyCompensation & BenefitsThis Interim FP&A Director role is offered at a rate of £700 to £1,000 per day. Based in Central London, it offers hybrid working (2-3 days per week) along with:A clearly defined mandate focused on FP&A enhancement and exit preparationDirect exposure to PE stakeholders and senior leadershipThe opportunity to play a key role in preparing a business for sale within the next 12 monthsA fast-paced, commercially driven environment with tangible impact on value creation and exit outcomesJBRP1_UKTJ