Phoenix3 Collective · 15 hours ago
Chief Financial Officer
Phoenix3 Collective is seeking a strategic, results-oriented Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial operations across their rapidly expanding portfolio of boutique culinary and hospitality companies. This executive role will be central in designing and implementing a centralized financial services model, driving consistency, scalability, and financial integrity throughout the organization.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement centralized financial policies and procedures that support all verticals under Phoenix3 Collective
Design a centralized shared services model for finance, accounting, treasury, and compliance functions to ensure consistency and efficiency across the enterprise
Establish and maintain enterprise-wide banking and treasury relationships, ensuring optimal liquidity and risk management
Lead the integration of financial systems and reporting across multiple business units, enabling real-time visibility and decision-making
Serve as a strategic partner to vertical leaders, providing financial insights and guidance to support operational and investment decisions
Ensure compliance with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements across all entities and jurisdictions
Architect and lead the financial infrastructure for a rapidly scaling, multi-entity organization
Oversee LLC formation and management, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and legal/tax compliance
Partner with IT and Operations to implement financial technologies that support centralized reporting and analytics
Collaborate with CHRO to manage a complex equity ownership program across the enterprise
Drive enterprise-level FP&A, capital management, and risk mitigation strategies
Lead M&A financial due diligence and integration efforts across verticals
Qualification
Required
Minimum 15 years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in both start-up and established organizations
Strong understanding of industry-specific P&L and proforma
Demonstrated leadership in managing financial teams and driving results
Experience with financial software and ERP systems
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment and make data-driven decisions
Exceptional strategic, planning, organizational and interpersonal skills
Outstanding communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal
Ability to travel to clients or other multi-state sites as needed (estimated <30%)
Preferred
Background in the hospitality, lifestyle, contract food service, or facilities management sectors strongly preferred
Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MS Finance) and/or professional certifications (CPA, CFA) are a plus
Company
Phoenix3 Collective
Phoenix3 is a collection of boutique culinary and hospitality companies that leverage expertise, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence to deliver consistent, brand-driven dining experiences in the sectors we serve.