Finance Integration Lead (M&A)

Finance Integration Lead (M&A) PE-Backed Platform Location: Birmingham (Hybrid) Reports to: CFO M&A Activity: High-volume acquisition programme A private equity-backed platform is seeking an experienced Finance Integration Lead to support the delivery of a significant buy-and-build growth strategy. The business is at an early and highly active stage of its development, with an established track record of completed acquisitions and a clear ambition to scale rapidly over the coming years. Backed by an experienced investor and will be led by a proven CFO, the organisation is focused on building a high-performing leadership team to drive integration excellence and support continued expansion. Operating in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment, the group is committed to disciplined execution, repeatable processes, and consistent value creation across all acquisitions. The Role This is a key role responsible for leading the end-to-end integration of newly acquired businesses into the Group's operating model. You will sit at the centre of the deal life cycle, working closely across finance, technology, operations and M&A teams to ensure integration's are delivered in a structured, efficient and value-focused manner. The position requires a strong combination of due dilligence, technical accounting expertise, systems understanding and programme delivery capability, alongside the ability to manage multiple integration's concurrently. Key Responsibilities • Lead integration from pre-close planning through to full operational alignment • Assess financial, operational and data-related risks during due diligence • Develop and execute structured integration plans aligned to group priorities • Oversee migration of finance systems, reporting structures and processes • Drive data cleansing, mapping and alignment to group standards • Ensure adoption of group finance model, including controls and reporting frameworks • Maintain accurate interim reporting throughout the integration life cycle • Act as the primary point of contact for acquired businesses during integration • Coordinate delivery across cross-functional teams including Finance, Technology and Operations • Maintain and enhance integration playbooks to support a repeatable, scalable approach Candidate Profile We are seeking a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience in integration or M&A environments. You will bring: • Proven experience delivering or supporting business integration's, ideally within a buy-and-build or private equity environment • Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting systems and data structures • Experience operating in high-growth, change-intensive organisations • Ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams with pace and structure • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership • A methodical, process-driven approach combined with sound commercial judgement Why Apply This is an opportunity to join a scaling, private equity-backed organisation at a formative stage of its growth journey, where you will play a central role in shaping integration capability and supporting the delivery of a high-volume acquisition strategy. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to build and embed best-in-class integration practices within a dynamic and evolving business. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.