Chief Financial Officer Job at Prospera Executive, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Prospera Executive
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Job Description

A private-equity backed food distribution business (~$150m revenue) is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to lead the finance function and play a central role in the company’s next phase of growth. The business operates in a premium, service-led segment of the market and is preparing for meaningful expansion, both organically and through targeted acquisitions.

The Opportunity

This is a highly visible, strategic role working closely with the CEO and private equity sponsor. The CFO will be responsible for strengthening financial infrastructure, driving strategic insight, and supporting an active M&A agenda as the business scales.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, develop and professionalise the finance organisation, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, controls, and compliance
  • Own financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, cash management and performance measurement
  • Partner with the CEO and investors to drive value creation, including pricing, margin optimisation and operational efficiency
  • Oversee M&A activity end-to-end, including diligence, modelling, deal execution and post-acquisition integration
  • Implement scalable systems, processes, and data frameworks appropriate for a high-growth distribution business
  • Serve as a trusted strategic partner, providing clear financial insight to support decision-making across the organisation
  • Build strong relationships with lenders, auditors and external stakeholders

Candidate Profile

  • Proven CFO experience within private-equity backed or fast-growth businesses
  • Background in food distribution, industrial distribution, consumer goods, or other low-margin/high-volume sectors ideal
  • Strong track record leading M&A processes and integrating acquired businesses
  • Hands-on operator able to bring structure and discipline while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day financial operations
  • Excellent communicator with strong board and investor presence

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