Geoff Baldock, FCA's Linkedin Analytics

Experienced Private Equity CFO with extensive international capability in PE-backed leveraged businesses and successful sales exits. Proven track record in building & leading top-performing finance functions, delivering value. Passionate about delivering transformation and change programs in complex structures, going beyond the numbers by combining strategic thinking with detailed execution. ➤ PRIVATE EQUITY FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE ⭐ Directed financial management in leveraged environments across International group, through network of in-country FDs, controlling costs & maximising cashflow ⭐ Developed effective short- & long-term planning & forecasting models ⭐ As part of the Senior Exec Team, delivered two PE exits for shareholders at >10x EBITDA & £350m multi-lender debt refinance ➤ FINANCE & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION PROWESS ⭐ Delivered brand & cultural transformation, focusing on redefining business values with an emphasis on customer centricity & innovation ⭐ Built platforms to position businesses for growth and scale-up, providing comprehensive financial and commercial support ⭐ Tightened financial control through development of reporting governance frameworks, controls & processes ➤ BUILDING & INSPIRING TOP PERFORMING TEAMS ⭐ Recruited, coached & mentored young & developing teams, ensuring attention to personal development, while promoting delegated authority for enhanced visibility within the wider business ⭐ Focused on building “fit-for-purpose” finance functions, implementing appropriate governance combined with right systems & highly-skilled people, & true business partnership mentality SECTOR EXPERIENCE Tech SaaS (PCI compliance, Cyber-security) | Tech (virtual storage) | Industrial Business Services (Parts cleaners, waste management) | Financial services (Fund management, FX) INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE | FLEXIBLE ON LOCATION UK | N America | Europe | East Europe | Ukraine | China & HK | Brazil SKILLS & EXPERTISE Private Equity | PE Exit | Vendor Due Diligence | Multi-Lender Debt Refinance | Board & Audit Committee | Stakeholder & Investor Relations | Business Strategy | Finance Business Partner | FP&A | Budgeting & Forecasting | Recurring Revenue | SaaS | KPIs | Change Management | Finance & Business Transformation | Corporate Restructure | M&A | Process Improvement | Team Leadership & Development | International Tax | Transfer Pricing | Treasury & Banking Management | Working Capital & Cash Flow Management | ERP Selection & Implementation Please feel free to contact me at 📧 Geoffbaldock@virginmedia.com