Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Chicago - hybrid

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Industry: Automotive Wholesale

Company Size: ~275 Employees

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team. The CFO will serve as a key advisor to the CEO and executive team, responsible for driving financial performance, long-term planning, and operational efficiency across our national automotive wholesale business. This is a remote role with up to 50% travel, primarily to regional offices, distribution centers, and key business partner locations.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Leadership

- Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with overall company goals.
- Serve as a critical member of the executive leadership team, helping to shape business decisions through financial insight.
- Lead initiatives such as capital planning, M&A evaluation, and strategic investments to support growth.

Financial Planning & Analysis

- Direct all budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning efforts.
- Deliver insightful monthly and quarterly financial reporting, with clear commentary and risk analysis.
- Monitor key financial and operational metrics to drive performance improvements.

Accounting, Compliance & Risk, Cash & Treasury Management

- Oversee accounting operations and financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP.
- Lead cash flow management, including working capital, inventory finance, and vendor terms.

Operational & Cross-Functional Leadership & Development

- Collaborate with operations, sales, IT and other functional teams to align financial and business objectives.
- Lead financial systems integration and digital transformation initiatives across the finance function.
- Drive continuous improvement in internal controls and financial processes.
- Build and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team.
- Champion a culture of transparency, performance, and accountability.

Travel & Work Environment:

This position is remote with flexibility to work from anywhere in the U.S.

Up to 50% travel is required to company locations, vendor sites, and leadership meetings across the country.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including 5+ years in a CFO or senior financial role.
- Prior experience in the automotive wholesale, distribution, or manufacturing sector strongly preferred.
- Deep experience with GAAP, financial systems, and compliance.
- Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and financial modeling tools.

Preferred Attributes:

- Hands-on, analytical, and solutions-driven.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, multi-site business environment.
- Ability to influence across functional teams and at all levels of the organization.
- Strong business acumen with a results-oriented mindset.

Compensation:

Competitive salary, executive bonus program, and comprehensive benefits package.

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