Chief Financial Officer - TalentSource360

TalentSource360 is representing another client in their search for a Chief Financial Officer. This time our client is a growing professional services firm with a strong reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality services to their client base. Backed by private equity ownership, they are poised for significant growth and expansion. With a focus on driving operational excellence and maximizing value creation, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the executive team, leading financial operations in this critical phase of growth.

Chief Financial Officer
Location: Fairfax County, VA
Schedule: Hybrid
Compensation: 250,000-300,000 + Executive Incentive Program

Position Overview: The CFO will be a key strategic partner to the CEO and private equity partners, responsible for overseeing all financial activities of the company, including financial strategy, planning, analysis, reporting, and risk management. The CFO will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s financial performance, optimizing capital structure, and managing relationships with private equity investors. This role requires a leader with deep financial expertise, experience in private equity environments, and a strong understanding of the specialty consumer services sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy in alignment with business objectives and private equity goals. Provide strategic financial insights to the CEO, Board of Directors, and private equity partners.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting process, including the preparation, analysis, and presentation of the annual budget. Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, scenario analysis, and long-term planning.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and investor presentations. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and private equity reporting standards.
• Private Equity Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison with private equity partners, managing financial reporting, capital calls, distributions, and other investor-related activities. Provide transparency and insights into financial performance and value creation initiatives.
• Cash Flow and Capital Management: Manage cash flow to ensure the company maintains a strong liquidity position. Optimize capital structure, including debt financing, to support growth initiatives and maximize return on investment.
• Operational Efficiency: Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and controls to enhance operational efficiency and profitability. Implement best practices in financial management and reporting.
• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): Lead financial due diligence, valuation, and integration efforts for potential acquisitions. Evaluate and execute strategic transactions that align with the company’s growth objectives.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage financial risks, including currency, interest rate, and credit risks. Ensure the company is adequately insured and that all financial risks are effectively mitigated.
• Leadership and Team Development: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure the team is equipped with the skills and knowledge to support the company’s financial goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in a senior financial leadership role, with a strong track record in private equity-backed companies.
• Extensive experience in financial management within the specialty consumer services sector or a similar industry.
• Proven experience in driving value creation in a private equity environment, including managing investor relations and executing exit strategies.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, including financial due diligence and post-merger integration.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in financial management software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills.