CFS ยท 1 day ago
CFO
CFS is a growing, privately held organization in Northwest Indiana, seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This highly visible, onsite leadership role requires an accomplished finance executive to drive the company's growth through strategic vision, operational insight, and financial discipline.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial leadership, guiding the executive team and ownership in long-term business planning, growth, and profitability initiatives
Direct all financial functions, including accounting, FP&A, treasury, tax, audit, and risk management
Lead M&A activities including due diligence, integration, and financial modeling to support acquisition and divestiture decisions
Partner with private equity stakeholders, lenders, and investors to deliver transparent financial reporting and drive value creation
Implement and optimize internal controls, policies, and systems to support scalability and compliance
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes with a focus on performance improvement and cost efficiency
Develop and mentor a high-performing finance team while fostering collaboration across departments
Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and ownership group, providing data-driven insights and strategic recommendations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Minimum 7 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including senior leadership responsibilities
Experience working within private equity-owned or investor-backed organizations
Proven background in M&A execution, including financial due diligence, modeling, and post-acquisition integration
Strong strategic, analytical, and operational mindset with the ability to drive results
Excellent communication and leadership skills with a track record of building and developing effective teams
Hands-on, business-partner approach with a deep understanding of operational drivers and performance metrics
Preferred
CPA and/or MBA