About the Company:

We have partnered with a successful and expanding leasing company serving the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) market, who is looking for a CFO due to growth. This company is well established and profitable. As they scale, they are seeking a seasoned and technical financial leader to join their team and play a critical role in institutionalizing their finance and accounting operations.

Position Summary:

The CFO will be both a very hands on and strategic business partner. This role will initially take ownership of a business unit, yet will also be responsible for consolidating all business units for reporting purposes. The ideal candidate will have had experience scaling an organization including, but not limited to reviewing/assessing/implementing systems, consolidation into the accrual basis, researching/implementing a possible ESOP program, and building efficiencies throughout the entire accounting cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Hands-On Financial Leadership & Operational Oversight

Roll up your sleeves to oversee and actively manage all financial functions—accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, capital expenditures, and depreciation—ensuring accuracy and efficiency at every step.
Partner with executive leadership on financial planning, strategic initiatives, and growth strategies.
Prepare, review, and troubleshoot consolidated financial statements for multiple locations/divisions.
Ensure GAAP compliance, including tax vs. book depreciation distinctions and prepaid expense management

Vendor & Relationship Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for financial institutions, external CPA firms, and key clients.
Maintain and negotiate lender / banking relationships, ensuring compliance with all bank covenants.

Process Improvement & Internal Controls

Document and formalize accounting and financial procedures.
Work closely with the Controller and accounting team to ensure a smooth transition.
Implement financial systems improvements and controls as needed.
Oversee accounting software systems (Sage 50, QuickBooks), including assessment and implementation of new systems as deemed necessary.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as CFO, VP of Accounting/Finance, or equivalent senior financial leadership role.
Experience in an equipment leasing and/or construction environment or related industry is preferred, though not required.
Strong background in consolidations, multi-entity environments, and long-term financial planning.
Hands-on experience with Sage 50, QuickBooks, and advanced Excel.
Understanding of ESOP structures and implementation is a strong plus.
Ability to navigate both strategic and operational aspects of finance.
Experience managing vendor/bank relationships and working with outside CPA firms.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a desire to build and mentor a team.

Location: Ideally Vacaville with potential transition to Hayward OR Hayward with willingness to travel to Vacaville periodically

Industry: Equipment Leasing and Construction

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