Fractional CFO

KC Pallets Inc • Full-time • Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States • $35 - $55 / hour • 1m ago

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About us:

KC PALLETS INC is a dynamic and innovative company committed to excellence and growth. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director to join our executive team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient operation of the executive office and driving the company's strategic initiatives.

Position Summary: CFO will act as a strategic advisor, project manager, and liaison between the VP of Operations and various stakeholders. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, financial acumen, and exceptional communication skills to manage and support critical business functions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Strategic Support:
- Assist in developing and implementing finance and business strategies.
- Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analyses and industry trends.
- Facilitate the decision-making process by preparing comprehensive reports and presentations.

- Operational Management:
- Oversee and manage key projects and initiatives from inception to completion.
- Ensure alignment of various departments with the company's strategic objectives.

- Asset with sales and logistics department objectives
- Monitor the execution of strategic plans and identify areas for improvement.

- Communication and Liaison:
- Serve as a primary point of contact between the other company executives and internal/external stakeholders.
- Draft, review, and send formal communications on behalf of the Director of Operations.

- Financial Oversight:
- Assist with Analyzing financial and sales reports, budgets, and forecasts to provide actionable insights.
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

- Meeting Preparation and Follow-Up:
- Prepare agendas, materials, and briefings for important meetings and events.
- Attend meetings, take detailed notes, and ensure follow-up on action items.
- Represent the Director of Operations in meetings when necessary.

- Special Projects:
- Lead special projects and initiatives as directed by the executive team.
- Conduct research and provide analysis on various business topics.
- Manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications:

-Master’s Degree: Possession of a Master of Business Administration (MBA), in a related related field and or CPA is preferred.

-Executive Support Experience: Proven experience in a high-level executive support role is essential. Ideal candidates will have previously served as a Director or in a similar capacity, demonstrating a strong track record of supporting senior executives.

Requirements:

5+ years previous experience.
Bilingual a plus (Spanish and English)
Punctuality is a must - When in office hours are 7:00am - 12pm (Monday-Friday) OPEN TO ALTERNATE SCHEDULE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $55.00 per hour

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