Parkinson Lee Executive Search has been exclusively retained by a dynamic, owner-managed B2B distribution company to appoint a strategically focused and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer.
With operations across the global, including recently acquired manufacturing and distribution sites, the business has achieved sustained double-digit growth over the past decade. It now seeks a finance leader capable of supporting the next phase of expansion through both organic and acquisitive growth.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join the executive leadership team of an energetic and entrepreneurial organisation, providing both strategic guidance and operational oversight in a highly commercial environment.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with the wider senior leadership team, the CFO will play a key role in shaping and executing the company's financial strategy. The scope includes financial planning, forecasting, governance, M&A support, and business partnering across a multi-site, international group structure.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading financial strategy, forecasting, and long-term planning
Managing international banking relationships, FX strategy, and covenant monitoring
Delivering robust financial controls and compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Supporting due diligence and end-to-end acquisition integration
Strengthening operational efficiency and internal reporting frameworks
Providing commercial insight to inform investment and business decisions
Building and mentoring a high-performing, scalable finance function
The Candidate
We are seeking a qualified finance professional (ideally ACA, ACCA) with significant experience operating as a number one in Finance within a fast-paced, growth-oriented SME — ideally within the logistics/ distribution sectors.
You will bring:
A proven track record of driving financial performance in a multi-entity, international business
Experience within family owned or owner managed organisations
Experience in scaling businesses within high growth environments
A background in M&A activity, including transaction execution and exit strategies, is highly desirable
Strong working knowledge of international tax, FX, and working capital management
Adept at managing stakeholders and leading teams autonomously
A hands-on, delivery-focused approach and the ability to work closely with operational teams
Location: Derbyshire (Hybrid – c3 days in HQ)
Package: Six-figure base salary + executive bonus + benefits
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