About the Opportunity
Parcc Associates is representing a client in the gaming and entertainment industry seeking a strategic, hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial direction of an innovative company delivering electronic gaming experiences to regulated markets.
The organization is headquartered in North Carolina with a dedicated studio and manufacturing footprint, focused on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term growth. The culture is collaborative, creative, and driven by a FIGHTER mindset—taking ownership, staying focused, and pushing for better outcomes every day.
Role Overview
The CFO will serve as a key strategic partner to the President and executive team, responsible for guiding financial strategy, risk management, and operational execution. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines financial oversight with operational influence, ensuring the company’s financial health, scalability, and alignment with growth objectives.
You will lead finance and accounting teams, oversee financial planning, reporting, compliance, and capital strategy, and play a critical role in supporting business growth and operational efficiency across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Develop and execute the company’s overall financial strategy to support growth and operational objectives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the President and leadership team on business performance, long-term planning, and new initiatives.
- Evaluate financial impact of strategic decisions and market expansion opportunities.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling to support data-driven decision-making.
- Monitor financial KPIs and provide timely, actionable insights to stakeholders.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Oversee accurate preparation of internal and external financial statements in accordance with GAAP or IFRS.
- Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
- Partner with auditors, legal advisors, and regulators as needed.
Risk Management & Internal Controls
- Identify, mitigate, and monitor financial risks.
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to protect assets and ensure compliance.
Capital Management & Fundraising
- Oversee cash flow, capital structure, debt, and equity strategies.
- Lead fundraising, venture capital, private equity, or IPO readiness initiatives as needed.
Operational & Cross-Functional Leadership
- Collaborate with operations, sales, marketing, HR, and product teams to align financial goals with business strategy.
- Drive efficiency and cost optimization initiatives across the organization.
Team Leadership & Development
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Required:
- 10+ years in senior financial leadership roles (CFO, VP Finance, Director Finance).
- Experience with financial reporting under GAAP or IFRS.
- Proven ability to manage capital, fundraising, or IPO readiness.
- Track record of building and leading finance teams.
- Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
- Experience in regulated industries or gaming finance highly preferred.
Preferred:
- CPA or MBA.
- Experience implementing ERP or financial systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks).
- Expertise in risk management, treasury, and cash flow optimization.
Why This Role?
- Lead finance in a fast-growing, innovative gaming company.
- Influence strategy at the executive level while remaining hands-on.
- Drive meaningful impact in regulated markets with growth potential.
- Join a culture that values ownership, excellence, and collaboration.
