Chief Financial Officer

An established distribution company is seeking a hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its accounting and finance functions and partner with executive leadership to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with strategic financial leadership and a deep understanding of inventory, margins, cash flow, and business operations. Key Responsibilities Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and long-range financial strategy. Provide management reporting, KPI analysis, and financial insights to support business decisions. Partner with department leaders to improve profitability, manage costs, and optimize working capital. Oversee the general ledger, month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP. Maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures. Manage external audits and coordinate responses to auditor requests. Oversee cost and inventory accounting, cost of goods sold (COGS), and gross margin analysis. Cash Management & Banking Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity, and working capital management. Manage banking relationships and support financing and treasury activities. Identify opportunities to improve collections, payment processes, and cash conversion. Oversee ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and systems implementations. Leverage advanced Excel and technology to improve financial analysis and reporting. Lead and develop the finance team while driving process improvements and accountability. Communicate financial results, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership. Qualifications Progressive experience in accounting and finance, with leadership of core accounting functions. Experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, Director of Finance, or Controller ready to advance to a CFO role. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and external audit management. Experience with inventory accounting is required. Cost accounting, including COGS and gross margin analysis, is preferred. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, cash flow management, and financial analysis. Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools. Proven leadership, communication, analytical, and strategic decision-making skills. The Opportunity An opportunity for a hands-on finance leader to influence business strategy, strengthen financial operations, and help guide the company's continued growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr