Chief Financial Officer

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Compensation: $160k– $200k

Benefits: 100% of Premiums paid by employer (employee and family)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Pinnacle's client, a growing cattle ranch and feedlot operation, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to help steer the business through its next phase of growth. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on big-picture thinking, strategic decision-making, and helping ownership evaluate and act on new ideas and opportunities. The right candidate will be a confident, forward-thinking leader who can help the owners prioritize, refine, and implement key business initiatives.

This position will report directly to the owners and oversee a team of five direct reports. It’s ideal for someone who comes from an agriculture-related background, but ranch experience is not required. What matters most is strategic agility, strong business judgment, and the ability to guide vision into action.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a key advisor to ownership, providing insight and analysis on new projects, growth opportunities, and operational priorities.
Develop and evaluate strategic initiatives that drive long-term profitability and efficiency across the feedlot and broader ranch operation.
Lead cross-functional planning efforts and establish frameworks to assess the potential return on investment (ROI) of proposed ideas.
Oversee core operational and administrative functions, ensuring effective communication and execution among teams.
Guide the leadership team with a clear vision, ensuring accountability and alignment across departments.
Monitor key financial and operational metrics at a high level, using them to inform strategic direction without getting lost in the details.
Partner with the owners to set long-term goals and ensure company values and vision are upheld in daily operations.

Qualifications

8+ years of leadership experience, preferably in agriculture, food production, operations, or similar industries.
Strong strategic mindset with the ability to evaluate complex business ideas and turn them into actionable plans.
Proven experience managing teams and influencing company-wide direction.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills; able to inspire confidence and alignment across diverse teams.
Business or finance background preferred; ability to understand and assess financial implications of decisions.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment where flexibility and initiative are essential.

Ideal Candidate

Thinks in terms of strategy, scalability, and systems.
Brings clarity to complexity and helps others focus on what matters most.
Is not afraid to challenge the status quo with thoughtful, data-driven ideas.
Has an appreciation for agriculture and a passion for building strong, resilient businesses.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a growing agricultural

operation while working closely with a passionate ownership team.

Apply now to learn more about how you can bring lasting impact to this high-potential

organization.

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