Rob Butler

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ABOUT ROB BUTLER

Fractional CFO to high growth technology companies aiming for PE backing and leader of Finance Integration and Transformation projects in PE backed businesses. Big 4 trained Chartered Accountant with over 10 years experience as Finance Director, shareholder and member of the Operating Board of Zenith, one of the most successful Private Equity businesses in Yorkshire. Part of a team that grew the business from EBITDA of £6m to over £60m through multiple Private Equity transactions.\"On behalf of the Board and me personally can I thank you for your hard work and commitment over the years. I know that your contribution has been valued by the Zenith team\" Lord Stuart Rose, M&S, Bridgepoint and Chairman, Zenith\"Rob led complex projects including business integrations and rationalisations, design and roll out of group wide business intelligence systems and of operational infrastructure to support complex securitisation programmes. He also played an instrumental part in three private equity transactions and numerous debt refinancings. He is highly productive and an exceptional asset for any forward thinking, progressive business.\"Mark Phillips CFO, Zenith\"Rob is one of the most versatile Finance professionals I have worked with, given his ability to turn his focus from the numbers to large transition programme management, acquisitions, debt refinancing and change management. His rounded skill set and determination to achieve the best outcomes, makes him a very strong leader\"Tim Buchan CEO, Zenith\"Rob and I worked together for 10 years at Zenith when I was HR Director. Rob possesses a strong combination of strategic, analytical and people engagement skills. I relied on Rob as an exemplar Director in the business, showcasing his successful engagement initiatives, performance and productivity strategies. We worked together on securing our position as a Times Top 100 Company to work for achieved on four separate occasions. His interest in people and working as a team player is genuine, his coaching and mentoring style provides a supportive and thoughtful approach. We worked closely on business integrations, organisational restructures and change management and I am very grateful for Rob’s support and friendship. Rob is the guy you want in your corner and I count myself lucky knowing he was there for me.\"Marisa Waddington HR Director, Zenith