Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Bel Air, MD -

$175K - $200K Base

On-site | $100M+ International Manufacturer | Family-Run Business with 10+ Years of Success and Stable Growth

John Evans Recruiting is partnering with a privately held, high-margin international manufacturing and business headquartered in Bel Air, MD, to identify a dynamic and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The incoming CFO will serve as a critical accounting leader partner to the President, helping steer the organization through its next phase of growth. The CFO will lead core financial accounting operations, leadership of plants/inventory, supporting strategic initiatives, and managing a diverse internal team. The CFO will lead and mentor a finance/accounting team that includes a Finance Manager/Lead Accountant, Senior Accountant, Office Manager, and collaborate with HR and Plant operations leadership.

Core Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & Planning

Own and lead all accounting functions (50%+ of the role), including GL, month-end close, audit readiness, and financial reporting.
Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
Monitor and manage cash flow, banking relationships, and oversee line of credit and capital programs.
Oversee all federal and state tax planning activities in partnership with outside tax firms.
Drive budgeting accuracy, forecasting integrity, and operational planning across the organization.
Lead all major CapEx planning and equipment lease evaluations.
Manage and report on significant accounts receivable collections efforts.

Compliance, Risk & Administration

Lead the annual financial audit and coordinate with external auditors.
Maintain insurance programs including P&C, workers’ compensation, and marine claims, and serve as point of contact for insurance brokers and legal counsel.
Supervise health & welfare benefits selection and management.
Act as 401(k) Plan Trustee, overseeing compliance and vendor relationships.
Evaluate and maintain relationships with external legal and accounting advisors.

Team & Departmental Oversight

Provide general supervision and strategic leadership to HR, office administration, plant leadership, and finance personnel.
Foster a culture of urgency, collaboration, and continuous improvement across departments.
Drive internal process improvements and ensure systems (including Sage ERP) are optimized for growth.

Strategic Leadership & Governance

Serve as General Manager in the absence of the CEO/President.
Act as Board Secretary, managing corporate records, board resolutions, and historical files.
Identify and monitor business risks; lead mitigation and reporting.
Lead cross-functional collaboration and act as a proactive business advisor to the executive team.

Qualifications:

CPA is preferred and required Bachelors Degree
Proven hands-on operational and financial management skills; capable of toggling between strategy and backoffice leadership
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the business.
Familiarity with implementing and/or upgrading ERP (Netsuite/Sage or similar ERP strongly preferred).
Experience overseeing plant operations (inventory), banking relationships, audits, insurance, employee benefits, and CapEx programs.

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