CFO (Chief Financial Officer)

Ajax Distributing Company

• $150K — $180K *
Clarksville, TN 37042In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 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.

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.
  • Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
  • Oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, AR/AP, payroll, and inventory accounting.
  • Optimize cash flow, credit lines, and banking relationships.
  • Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiency.
  • Provide clear financial reporting to family shareholders.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Benefits
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Financial Leadership
  • 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

2. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  • 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).

3. Accounting & Controls
  • 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.

4. Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
  • Optimize cash flow, credit lines, and banking relationships.
  • Manage inventory financing and supplier payment terms.
  • Oversee credit policies and customer risk management.

5. Operations & Supply Chain Finance
  • 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.

6. Family Governance & Communication
  • 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.

7. Risk Management & Compliance
  • 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.


Reporting Structure
  • Reports to: CEO / President
  • Direct Reports: Finance Manager, Accounting Staff, IT (if applicable)
  • Works closely with: Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, Family Ownership Group


Success Metrics
  • Improved cash flow and working capital efficiency
  • Accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Margin expansion and cost control
  • Successful execution of growth initiatives
  • Strong governance and trust with family stakeholders


Requirements

Qualifications
  • 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.


Key Competencies
  • 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

Benefits

401k and Health Benefits
* Ladders Estimates

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