Chief Financial Officer

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join our leadership team on a 6-month contract basis. The CFO will play a critical role in strengthening our operational and financial functions while mentoring and developing our current staff. This position requires a strong background in both finance and operations within a smaller manufacturing industry. We are looking for someone that has helped grow a $40M company to a $100M company. Local candidates only.

The ideal candidate will bring proven leadership experience, a hands-on management style, and the ability to implement best practices that enhance efficiency, financial discipline, and operational excellence, all while overseeing a small team including a Controller, AP, AR, and Payroll professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, develop and implement scalable financial processes, policies, and strategies that align with organizational goals
• Lead continuous process improvements and efficiencies
• Oversee daily operations across manufacturing, supply chain, and administrative functions
• Oversee all aspects of financial accounting operations, including planning, reporting, and analysis for strategic decision-making
• Manage the organization\'s daily cash operations and prepare accurate cash flow reporting
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Partner closely with Operational and Financial leadership to align financial and operational goals with overall business strategy
• Provide financial oversight, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and performance analysis
• Mentor, coach, and educate the current staff to build stronger operational and financial capabilities
• Drive cross-departmental collaboration to ensure consistent execution and delivery of company objectives
• Collaborate with external vendors, outside auditors and tax professionals
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and identify areas for improvement
• Support strategic initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (required). Master\'s or MBA is a huge plus
• 10+ years of combined finance and operations leadership experience in the manufacturing industry
• Prior experience with Quickbooks and Method CRM
• Strong understanding of financial management, cost accounting, and operational efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, with a focus on mentoring and staff growth
• Proven track record of process improvement and operational excellence
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Contract Details

• Duration: 6 months (possibly longer)
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Schedule: Full-time, on-site with leadership team

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