SF Executive have been retained by a hugely successful (£c20m EBITDA), 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 £400m 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 2 days ago, valid for 8 days
Worcester, Worcestershire WR1 1UN, England
£175,000 - £250,000 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 a £20m EBITDA.
- The ideal candidate should have substantial experience, particularly as a standalone CFO in relevant sectors, with a focus on driving growth and managing stakeholder relationships.
- Candidates must have a proven track record in delivering significant exits, including private equity to trade exits or substantial fundraises in product-based businesses.
- The role offers a mid-seven-figure equity opportunity and requires a background in businesses with a turnover and exit EV of at least £50m, ideally over £100m.
- Flexibility in location is available, and a relocation package can be provided for the right candidate.
