CFO (Chief Financial Officer)

Ajax Distributing Company•Clarksville, TN

About The Position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for strategic financial leadership, overseeing all financial operations, and partnering with the CEO and ownership to drive profitability, expansion, and operational efficiency. This role involves leading financial planning and analysis, accounting and controls, cash flow management, and collaborating with operations and supply chain teams. The CFO will also play a key role in family governance and communication, ensuring clear financial reporting and supporting family board meetings. Additionally, the CFO will manage risk management and compliance, including insurance, legal compliance, and enterprise risk management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in distribution, wholesale, or supply chain industries.
Experience in a family-owned or privately held business environment preferred.
Strong knowledge of inventory management, ERP systems, and distribution metrics.
Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Strategic thinking with operational execution capability
High integrity and discretion
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to navigate family dynamics professionally
Hands-on leadership style

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives.
Partner with the CEO and ownership to drive profitability, expansion, and operational efficiency.
Provide financial modeling and scenario planning for new markets, acquisitions, and product lines.
Support succession planning and long-term wealth preservation for the family owners.
Integrate recent acquisition.
Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
Monitor KPIs including gross margin, inventory turnover, working capital, and cash flow.
Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to executive leadership and owners.
Analyze distribution cost structures (logistics, warehousing, transportation).
Oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, AR/AP, payroll, and inventory accounting.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements.
Implement and maintain strong internal controls and risk management processes.
Manage external audits and tax filings.
Optimize cash flow, credit lines, and banking relationships.
Manage inventory financing and supplier payment terms.
Oversee credit policies and customer risk management.
Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiency.
Evaluate warehouse investments, fleet management, and distribution center performance.
Analyze pricing strategies and margin optimization.
Provide clear financial reporting to family shareholders.
Support family board meetings with financial insights and strategic recommendations.
Balance reinvestment strategies with dividend expectations.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in family matters.
Oversee insurance, legal compliance, and enterprise risk management.
Assess economic risks, supplier concentration, and market fluctuations.
Ensure compliance with tax regulations and industry-specific requirements.