Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer Location: Eau Claire, WI Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: Up to $200,000 base salary, with future long-term incentive potential Position Summary Pathway Talent Partners has been retained by a rapidly growing manufacturing company to support the recruitment of a Chief Financial Officer. This executive will serve as a key member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations while supporting scalable growth across manufacturing, supply chain, and business operations. This role requires a balanced leader who can operate strategically while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day financial execution. The CFO will help build the financial foundation of a growing organization, delivering disciplined reporting, strong analytics, and operational insight in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Reporting Lead all accounting, finance, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities. Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable standards. Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and maintain effective internal controls. Manage working capital, including inventory, receivables, and payables. Partner with external accounting, tax, and banking partners as needed. Operations, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Support Provide financial oversight and analysis for manufacturing and supply chain operations. Develop and monitor cost accounting, inventory valuation, and margin analysis. Partner cross-functionally to improve operational efficiency and profitability. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational and financial performance. Strategic Planning & Business Support Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team on strategic planning and growth initiatives. Lead annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes. Support pricing strategy, capital investment analysis, and new product initiatives. Prepare the organization for future financing, banking, or strategic opportunities. Analytics, Systems & Process Improvement Develop financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to support data-driven decision-making. Evaluate, implement, and optimize financial systems and processes to support growth. Improve forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency through automation and standardization. Ensure systems and processes are scalable as the business expands. Leadership & Culture Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting resources as needed. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Maintain a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach in a growing organization. Act as a trusted financial partner across all functions of the business. Qualifications Senior finance leadership experience (CFO, VP of Finance, or equivalent) in CPG, manufacturing, or a product-based environment. Strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and cost accounting. Experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations. Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution. Strong analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr