Director/Fractional CFO - Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) - Outsourced Accounting & Finance

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director/Fractional CFO – Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) – Outsourced Accounting & Finance based in the United States. This senior finance leadership role provides strategic CFO-level support to a portfolio of high-growth CPG and technology companies, many of which are backed by venture capital or private equity. It combines hands-on financial leadership with high-level advisory responsibilities, supporting founders, CEOs, and boards in making data-driven strategic decisions. You will act as a trusted fractional CFO, guiding clients through fundraising, investor relations, financial planning, and performance optimization. The role requires deep expertise in CPG business models, including e-commerce, wholesale, retail, inventory management, and trade spend dynamics. You will also oversee financial rigor for scaling businesses, including SaaS and subscription-based metrics where applicable. In addition to client leadership, you will play a key role in mentoring internal finance teams and shaping best practices across engagements. The environment is fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and highly collaborative, with strong exposure to investor-backed growth companies. \n Accountabilities: Serve as fractional CFO for a portfolio of CPG and technology clients, providing strategic financial leadership, analysis, and decision support. Guide fundraising efforts including equity and debt financing, investor presentations, board materials, and financial due diligence for VC/PE-backed companies. Oversee financial planning, forecasting, KPI development, and performance analysis tailored to CPG and technology business models. Advise clients on complex financial topics including revenue recognition, unit economics, inventory management, trade spend, and SaaS metrics where applicable. Prepare and present board-level reporting, investor decks, and strategic insights to founders, CEOs, and boards of directors. Monitor financial performance, identify trends and variances, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency. Lead and mentor internal finance teams, including FP&A analysts, controllers, and accountants, ensuring high-quality delivery across client engagements. Drive process improvements, automation, and adoption of modern FP&A and AI-enabled financial tools to enhance efficiency and scalability. Support business development efforts by contributing to client expansion opportunities and cross-functional service offerings. Ensure high-quality execution across all client engagements while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred. 20+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including senior CFO or equivalent leadership roles. Proven experience supporting CPG and/or technology companies, particularly in scaling, startup, or high-growth environments. Strong expertise in CPG financial drivers including inventory, trade spend, e-commerce, wholesale, and retail models. Experience working with VC- and PE-backed companies, including fundraising, investor relations, and board-level reporting. Strong understanding of financial modeling, GAAP compliance, KPI development, and performance analytics. Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing finance and accounting teams. Excellent communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and ability to manage multiple client priorities in parallel. Familiarity with modern finance tools and AI-enabled platforms (e.g., FP&A systems, automation tools, ChatGPT/Copilot-type solutions) is a plus. Benefits: Competitive base salary range of approximately $150,000 – $180,000 USD (varies by location), plus potential performance-based incentives. Flexible remote work model with collaboration across U.S. time zones. Exposure to high-growth, investor-backed companies across CPG and technology sectors. Opportunity to operate in a true fractional CFO capacity with strategic board-level influence. Access to modern finance tools, automation platforms, and AI-enabled solutions. Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage and retirement savings plans. Career development opportunities within a rapidly growing outsourced finance and advisory environment. Inclusive, collaborative culture that encourages innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement. \n How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.

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