SF Executive have been retained by a hugely successful (£10m EBITDA plus), private equity backed business to deliver a search for a high calibre, commercially astute and grounded Chief Financial Officer.
The business, within the manufacturing and distribution space is a market leader in it's field and needs a new CFO to help drive an already highly successful company onto even bigger things.
As well has having a focus on getting the basics right (systems, procedures, reporting, risk management, cash generation) you'll be a true business partner to a talented CEO and also be the main conduit between the company and its various stakeholders - private equity investors / banks / non execs / the wider Board.
You'll drive the business to be the very best it can in all areas and ultimately deliver a positive exit for shareholders.
With locations across the UK, we're taking a pragmatic approach to finding the best and brightest candidates for this role. With flexibility and a willingness to be present on your part, we can consider candidates from across the UK and will also offer a relocation package if necessary.
Given this approach and the package which includes a mid seven figure equity opportunity, we can only consider candidates that have (recently) delivered one or all of the following as standalone CFO -
- a PE to trade exit in product based business (manufacturing / FMCG / retail)
- a private to trade exit in a similarly relevant business
- a PE to PE exit in a a similarly relevant business
- a significant PE fundraise within a similarly relevant business
Given the eventual exit value of this business will be in excess of £250m EV we would imagine that any previous deals you have completed would be in businesses with turnover and exit EV of at least £50m - ideally in excess of £100m on both fronts.
Due to the output from our search activity and level of applications expected, we will only be able to get back to relevant candidates - please make sure that when submitting your CV you clearly articulate what your employers did / do to generate revenue, the turnover / EBITDA level and some detail on the size and nature of the transactions you've delivered as CFO.
Back to searchChief Financial Officer
SF Recruitment
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 18 days
Waterlooville, Hampshire PO8 8JU, England
£150,000 - £225,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- SF Executive is seeking a Chief Financial Officer for a successful private equity-backed business with over £10m EBITDA.
- The ideal candidate will have significant experience in leading a company through a PE to trade exit or similar transactions, with a turnover and exit EV of at least £50m, ideally over £100m.
- This role requires a focus on systems, procedures, reporting, risk management, and cash generation, while also acting as a business partner to the CEO.
- The compensation package includes a mid-seven-figure equity opportunity, reflecting the high caliber of candidates being sought.
- Candidates from across the UK are encouraged to apply, and relocation assistance is available if necessary.
