Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Our client, a family operated distribution company is looking for a CFO. The CFO will be a key member of the executive leadership team, overseeing all financial functions, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, and risk management. This role requires a seasoned financial leader who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and understands the unique dynamics of a family-owned business.

Responsibilities:

• Optimize cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.
• Prepare financial statements, including income statements, general ledger (Profit and Loss Statements and Balance Sheets), bank reconciliations, and tax returns.
• Oversee all accounting functions including accounts receivables, accounts payables, and executive payroll.
• Responsible for company’s daily cash management and provided ownership with daily bank account balances.
• Manage and mentor the accounting/finance team of 9-10 direct reports including Accounting Manager, cashiers, and members of the AP and AR team
• Lead and develop the finance team, providing mentorship involving performance goals, conducting evaluations, and fostering a culture of improvement.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders including financial institutions, accounting firm, outside counsel, auditors, regulatory bodies, and other external partners to ensure compliance, and support the company’s financial health.
• Collaborate and supervise the fiscal year budget with the senior leadership and finance team.

Requirements:

• 20 years’ experience in financial accounting
• Experience managing a finance team
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• CPA or MBA preferred but not required
• Hands-on, strategic, and operational mindset
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills

Office Environment: 5 days in office, Bronx, NY, Hours 6 am – 3 pm

Salary: 190-200K base, 40-50k bonus