Our client, a rapidly growing, private equity-backed healthcare distribution company focused on delivering critical products and solutions to providers across the U.S. With a strong market position and a diversified customer base, the company is entering a pivotal phase of its lifecycle and is preparing for a potential liquidity event within the next 12–18 months.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and a strategic partner to the CEO and private equity sponsor. This individual will lead all financial functions of the organization and play a critical role in preparing the business for a successful exit.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in private equity-backed environments, a strong track record of leading companies through a sale process, and expertise in building scalable financial infrastructure within distribution and/or healthcare sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Transaction Readiness
- Partner with the CEO and Board to define and execute the company’s value creation plan
- Lead all aspects of exit readiness, including financial diligence preparation, quality of earnings (QoE), and data room development
- Serve as primary financial liaison to private equity sponsors, lenders, and external advisors
- Support and lead the company through a sale process, including buyer interactions, management presentations, and negotiations
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Develop and maintain robust financial models, forecasts, and KPIs to support strategic decision-making
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
- Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights to leadership and investors
Accounting & Controls
- Oversee all accounting operations, ensuring GAAP compliance and audit readiness
- Strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to support scalability and transaction readiness
- Manage external audits and coordinate with auditors and third-party advisors
Cash Flow & Capital Management
- Optimize working capital, including inventory management, receivables, and payables
- Manage liquidity, debt compliance, and banking relationships
- Lead cash flow forecasting and capital allocation strategies
Operational & Commercial Partnership
- Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and sales to drive margin improvement and operational efficiency
- Support pricing strategy, vendor negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives
- Implement systems and tools to enhance financial visibility across the organization
Team Leadership
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team
- Assess current team capabilities and implement upgrades as needed to support growth and exit readiness
- Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred
- 12–20+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including prior CFO or Divisional CFO roles
- Proven experience within a private equity-backed company, ideally through a successful exit or liquidity event
- Strong background in distribution, healthcare, or related industries
- Deep expertise in financial modeling, M&A, due diligence, and transaction processes
- Demonstrated ability to build scalable financial infrastructure in a high-growth environment
- Experience managing lender relationships and leveraged capital structures
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with experience interfacing with boards and investors
Key Characteristics
- Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves leader who thrives in fast-paced environments
- Highly analytical with strong business acumen and operational mindset
- Proven ability to drive results under tight timelines and high expectations
- Credible, confident presence with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
The Equus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
