CFO
Our client is seeking a hands-on CFO for a great opportunity… Responsibilities include financial planning, strategic decision-making, and managing financial risks and cash flow. The CFO will create and oversee budgets, generate financial reports, and analyze data to provide insights for growth strategies. They also handle capital raising, investor relations, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities
Financial planning and strategy:
- Creating annual operating and capital budgets.
- Developing long-term financial roadmaps for growth and profitability.
- Providing financial insights to inform strategic decisions, such as market entry or new product development.
Cash flow and treasury management:
- Managing cash flow through forecasting, and optimizing accounts receivable and payable.
- Develop cash flow models to Manage liquidity and working capital
- Ensuring day-to-day accounting and financial reporting are in order and in compliance with GAAP and corporate policies
- Securing funding and managing relationships with lenders and investors.
Financial reporting, Analysis and Staff Management
- Mentor and lead Finance team, fostering high performance
- Producing and interpreting key financial statements like income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Benchmarking the business against industry standards.
Risk management:
- Identifying and mitigating financial, market, legal, and operational risks.
- Ensuring the company is compliant with national and local financial regulations.
Strategic partnership:
- Acting as a key strategic partner to the CEO and other executive members.
- Advising on major decisions like mergers, acquisitions, and expansion.
Qualifications:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- CPA is a Major plus
- 15+ years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting, treasury, or related areas.
- Proven track record of managing finance operations within manufacturing, industrial or distribution.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, treasury management, and ERP systems
- Advance user of Excel
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
- Experience in process improvement, risk mitigation, and strategic financial planning.
Key Success Metrics:
- Accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting.
- Improved cash flow, working capital efficiency, and treasury operations.
- Reduction in month-end close timelines and operational inefficiencies.
- High-performing and motivated finance team with low turnover.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to drive financial strategy for M&A activities
- Dynamic, collaborative work environment
