Interim CFO

Interim CFO

We are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our client's finance and accounting department.

This is a temporary, project-based role with a primary focus on financial transformation. The successful candidate will be a hands-on professional responsible for a comprehensive cleanup and improvement of our financial reporting and accounting processes. This role is crucial for establishing a solid financial foundation and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a similar capacity, particularly within a project-based professional services environment.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements. Identify and resolve historical discrepancies and errors in financial records.
• Conduct a thorough review of all finance and accounting processes, from accounts payable / receivable to general ledger management. Implement best practices to streamline workflows and enhance internal controls.
• Lead a project to cleanse and rationalize the general ledger and chart of accounts to ensure accurate and consistent financial classification.
• Analyze key financial data, including project profitability and overhead, to provide actionable insights to the leadership team. Develop and implement improved financial reporting templates and dashboards.
• Develop and manage cash flow forecasts to optimize liquidity. Collaborate with operations and project teams to improve billing and collections processes.
• Provide immediate leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the existing finance and accounting team. Ensure that the team is well-trained and prepared to sustain the new processes.
• Ensure the company's financial practices are in full compliance with relevant accounting standards (GAAP) and tax regulations.

Qualifications :

$200,000 - $300,000 a year