Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

I’m currently partnering with a consumer business seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive leadership team.

This is a high-impact, build-and-scale opportunity with a profitable, established platform entering its next phase of accelerated growth through both organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions.

This CFO will serve as a key strategic partner to the CEO and Board, helping drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation.

You will step into a stable, well-performing business with a strong foundation and have the opportunity to build out the finance function, enhance systems, and play a critical role in scaling the organization toward a future exit.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all financial functions including FP&A, accounting, reporting, and treasury
Partner with executive leadership on strategy, growth initiatives, and performance optimization
Drive budgeting, forecasting, and KPI development across the organization
Improve systems, reporting, and data-driven decision-making capabilities
Support M&A activity including diligence, integration, and execution
Oversee back-office functions (including IT) and build a high-performing team
Manage lender, banking, and external partner relationships
Implement scalable processes to support continued growth

Ideal Background

Prior experience as a CFO or VP Finance within a PE-backed or high-growth environment
Strong background in consumer products, retail, distribution, or manufacturing
Proven ability to operate as a hands-on, “roll-up-your-sleeves” leader
Experience scaling businesses and preparing for a liquidity event
Exposure to M&A and integration strongly preferred
Systems-oriented with experience improving processes and leveraging data

Why This Role

Profitable, established platform with significant runway for growth
Clear path to double the business over the next several years
Opportunity to lead a build-out and transformation of the finance function
Strong partnership with an experienced executive team and private equity sponsor
Meaningful equity participation aligned with value creation

Compensation

Base Salary: $275,000 – $300,000
Target Bonus: ~30%
Equity: Significant upside

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

California Applicant & Pay Transparency Notice

In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is $275,000 – $300,000 base salary, plus bonus and equity eligibility. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Fair Chance / Ban the Box (California)

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable California law, including the California Fair Chance Act.

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