Chief Financial Officer

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Parkinson Lee Executive Search is the retained partner to a private equity–backed Manufacturing and Distribution group on the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer to play a central role in its value‑creation and exit journey.

The Group comprises several specialist operating businesses serving industrial, manufacturing, energy, and engineering markets. An engineering‑led model, strong customer relationships, and technical differentiation have driven sustained growth ahead of market benchmarks.

Following a recent PE investment, the business is executing a clearly defined 3–5 year value‑creation plan, with growth driven by organic expansion, operational leverage, and an active buy‑and‑build strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Owning the financial value‑creation agenda and 3–5 year plan
• Leading forecasting, cash management, covenant performance, and banking relationships
• Playing a lead role in M&A, including modelling, diligence, execution, and integration
• Strengthening financial systems, reporting, controls, and governance to PE standards
• Supporting ERP implementation and finance transformation
• Acting as a true business partner to the CEO, providing challenge, insight, and pace
• Demonstrating strong leadership credentials, building a scalable, high‑performing finance function
• Delivering EBITDA growth, working capital improvement, and exit‑ready reporting

Candidate profile:

• Demonstrable experience in PE‑backed businesses
• Proven involvement in acquisitions and integrations
• Background in distribution, industrial, engineering, or asset‑light B2B environments
• Commercial, hands‑on, and credible with investors, lenders, and Boards

This is a classic PE CFO opportunity: a high‑quality platform, an engaged investor, and a clearly defined exit horizon. The CFO will be instrumental in shaping the growth strategy, executing acquisitions, professionalising the finance function, and positioning the business for a successful future transaction. For a PE‑experienced CFO seeking genuine influence and value‑creation responsibility, this role offers the chance to make a measurable impact and deliver a compelling equity story.

All discussions are strictly confidential. For more information, please follow the link below and apply with a full, current CV.

Executive

Full‑time

Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Engineering Services and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom