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Harper May partnered with a £50m SaaS enterprise to appoint an AI-literate CFO. By addressing structural lag and implementing automated forecasting, the business reduced reporting cycles by 60%, improved margin visibility, and successfully facilitated a major £50m Series B funding raise.

Learn how Harper May helped a £40m retailer transition from reactive reporting to proactive growth. By appointing a specialist Finance Director, the business secured real-time site visibility, protected margins, and built the financial infrastructure necessary to scale toward £100m.

Finance roles across London and the UK are evolving as AI reshapes the profession. The “Digital Senior” represents a new standard, where professionals at every level combine technical expertise, commercial judgement, and system oversight to drive business value.

A Private Equity exit demands more than strong reporting. This article explains how to identify a CFO with the transaction, commercial, and strategic capabilities needed to defend valuation, support due diligence, and lead a successful exit in the UK mid-market.

CFO case study showing how Harper May supported a £90m PE-backed business by hiring a Private Equity CFO. The appointment strengthened financial leadership, improved investor reporting, and aligned the business with its next phase of growth and exit planning.

Finance Director case study showing how Harper May supported a £120m manufacturing group by improving forecasting accuracy. The appointment restored financial discipline, reduced variance, and strengthened confidence in financial reporting and decision-making across the business.