CFO - Private Equity-Backed Automotive Platform
Finatal is partnering with a private equity-backed automotive platform at a pivotal moment in its evolution. Backed by a leading middle-market sponsor, the business has 10-20 dealerships in its network.
There is a clear mandate to professionalize, optimize, and drive profitability. This is a high-impact CFO role, perfectly placed for a finance leader who understands the operational and commercial nuances of automotive retail and thrives in complex, owner-led environments. The business has recently invested in significant expansion.
Key priorities:
- Build and lead a best-in-class finance function, including upgrading controllership and strengthening team capability
- Drive margin improvement and cash discipline across a multi-entity structure
- Lead ERP transformation and establish robust reporting and consolidation processes
- Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, sponsor, and board, shaping the next phase of value creation
Requirements:
- CFO (or step-up) experience within automotive dealerships is essential
- Proven ability to manage multi-site operations and centralized finance structures
- Strong track record in team building, systems improvement, and performance delivery in PE or similar environments
- Local, or open to relocation to the tri-state area. HQ is~25 miles from Midtown, Manhattan
For CFOs focused on building success in a fast-moving, PE-backed setting, this is a rare opportunity to step into a transformative mandate.
