Interim CFO

Overview

The Interim CFO will provide strategic financial leadership and oversight across the enterprise supporting IT services and staffing to both Federal and Commercial industries. This individual will be responsible for directing financial planning, risk management, compliance, and ensuring sound financial processes and controls are in place across the organization. They will manage the preparation of financial reports, develop forecasts for future growth, ensure data-driven decisions throughout the organization, and ensure adherence to regulatory and internal compliance standards.

Working closely with the senior leadership team, they will drive growth, enhance profitability, and align financial operations with the company’s long-term goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a finance and accounting team of 5–10 employees, including hiring, training, and conducting periodic evaluations.
• Communicate financial results and forecast updates to senior leadership, ownership, and the board monthly/quarterly.
• Develop and own the financial strategy and execution practices for Take2.
• Drive the enterprise financial planning process through annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to align with company growth and market trends.
• Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position, acting proactively to mitigate risks/control cost overruns, and optimize financial performance.
• Oversee financial reporting and control processes, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including FAR, CAS, and DCAA guidelines.
• Direct the preparation and automation of financial reports and summaries, while developing forecasts that predict future growth and market expansion.
• Serve as the primary POC with key third-party financial advisors, including bankers, credit card companies, auditors, GovCon financial experts, insurance providers and tax accountants. Negotiate terms of contracts and services throughout the year such as lines of credit, consulting agreements, insurance rates, etc.
• Oversee and continuously evaluate financial IT tools and systems, including Costpoint and Concur, ensuring automated data management and financial reporting.
• Implement and oversee a robust system of checks and balances, with controls designed to safeguard company assets, enforce compliance, and detect any irregularities. Develop a comprehensive plan to continuously strengthen these controls, mitigate risks, and maintain financial integrity across the organization.
• Implement continuous process improvements in systems, processes, and financial savings to scale infrastructure and operations across both commercial and government markets.
• Oversee and manage the billing process to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with contractual obligations, while optimizing cash flow and resolving any billing discrepancies or issues efficiently.
• Lead and manage all audit and internal control operations, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, including FAR, CAS, and GAAP standards.
• Prepare and submit timely Provisional Indirect Rate Submissions, Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Disclosure Statements.
• Oversee annual DCAA Incurred Cost Submission Audit.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and present findings directly to Executives and Leadership, supporting strategic decisions and financial growth initiatives.
• Manage and optimize accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable (A/P), and cash flow to support the company’s financial health and sustainability.
• Oversee the development and management of annual direct and indirect rates, ensuring alignment with government contract requirements.
• Drive improvement in financial performance through close collaboration with business unit leadership, identifying opportunities for operational efficiency and profitability.
• Develop a strategic training plan to foster career growth for team members, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
• Provide oversight and guidance to finance leaders, ensuring alignment with company objectives and promoting a culture of accountability and growth.
• Lead any M&A activities the company may choose to pursue continued growth.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of finance experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment supporting the Federal IT markets and system integrators (federal civilian, DoD and Intel) and the commercial sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior financial leadership role, ideally within federal, commercial, and government contracting (GovCon) sectors in a $150M+ organization.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law, risk management, and compliance, particularly with FAR, CAS, DCAA, and GAAP standards.
• Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting skills, with a track record of driving profitability and growth.
• Expertise in financial IT systems, including Costpoint, and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Expertise in Treasury tasks such as banking, credit cards, loans, lines of credit etc.
• Demonstrated ability to lead audits, establish controls, and maintain compliance with internal and external policies, ensuring the prevention of fraud and theft.
• Strong ethical competency, integrity, and trustworthiness, with a commitment to maintaining transparency, accountability, and the highest ethical standards in all financial operations.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills, with the ability to build, mentor, and manage a high-performing finance and accounting team.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior leadership, third-party advisors, and business unit leaders to drive strategic financial outcomes.
• Prior experience working for a large company ($150M+) as a leader, with a deep understanding of complex organizational structures, scalability challenges, and managing large financial operations.