Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services leader dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We bring together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine.
Regional Commercial Finance Director
UK & Ireland | Remote with regular regional travel
We’re looking for a Regional Commercial Finance Director to lead finance across our UK & Ireland businesses and act as a trusted strategic partner to the regional leadership team.
This is a high‑impact role with responsibility for shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and enabling profitable growth across a complex, multi‑entity environment. You’ll lead a sizeable and experienced finance organisation and play a key role in major commercial and transformation initiatives.
Reporting to the VP Finance, Europe & Latin America, with a dotted line to the VP UK & Ireland, this role sits at the heart of decision‑making for the region.
What you’ll do
As Regional Commercial Finance Director, you will:
Act as a senior commercial partner to UK & Ireland business leaders, supporting strategy, performance improvement and profitable growth
Lead regional financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, ensuring strong financial visibility and accountability
Deliver insightful analysis to support pricing, margin improvement, cost optimisation and investment decisions
Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and transformation, supporting delivery with robust financial insight
Lead, coach and develop a high‑performing finance organisation of c.25 FTE, including five direct reports
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with US GAAP, IFRS and UK statutory requirements, maintaining strong SOX‑aligned controls
Partner closely with Corporate Finance teams including Controllership, Treasury, Internal Audit and Tax
Drive improvements in working capital, inventory management and financial discipline
Collaborate with HR on workforce planning, incentives and organisational development
Contribute to cross‑regional and cross‑functional initiatives across Europe & Latin America
What we’re looking for
You’ll be a confident, credible finance leader with a strong commercial mindset and the presence to influence at senior level.
You’ll bring:
15+ years’ experience in senior finance leadership, commercial finance or controlling roles
A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA or equivalent)
Experience working in a private equity–backed or similarly fast‑paced environment
A strong track record of business partnering and decision support
Experience leading large, multi‑entity finance teams
Excellent analytical and financial modelling capability
The ability to influence, challenge and partner with senior stakeholders
Resilience and confidence leading through change and transformation
Experience in distribution, multi‑SKU retail, software or healthcare environments is preferred, with animal health sector experience a plus.
Office based role with remote working
Regular travel to Covetrus locations across the UK & Ireland
Why join us?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible regional finance leadership role, shaping strategy, building capability and driving real commercial impact. You’ll work with ambitious leaders, complex businesses and meaningful growth agendas — with the autonomy to truly influence outcomes.
Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
