Interim CFO – Office of the CFO Practice
East 57th Street Partners•Houston, TX
•Hybrid
About The Position
We are seeking an Interim CFO to support our Office of the CFO Practice for clients in the DFW, Houston, or Austin metro areas. In this role, you will take ownership of financial strategy, capital structure, and operational finance, partnering closely with CFOs, private equity firms, and portfolio company executives. This role requires a hands-on, execution-driven finance leader who can stabilize financial operations, lead transactions, and optimize financial performance during periods of transition or rapid growth.
Requirements
- 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
- Prior experience as a CFO in a private equity-backed company preferred.
- Strong expertise in financial strategy, operational finance, and transaction execution.
- Experience in M&A, divestitures, financial integrations, and capital markets.
- Track record of working with private equity firms and navigating high-growth or distressed environments.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems, financial systems transformations, and process improvements.
- Ability to partner with executive teams, investors, and operational leaders to drive financial results.
Nice To Haves
- CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a key financial executive, developing and executing strategic financial plans to support scalability, growth, and profitability.
- Work closely with PE sponsors and board members, providing financial insights, operational reporting, and value-creation strategies.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, working capital management, and cash flow optimization to enhance financial efficiency.
- Lead due diligence, financial modeling, and post-merger integration for acquisitions, divestitures, and recapitalizations.
- Develop financial stabilization strategies for companies experiencing operational challenges or liquidity constraints.
- Ensure GAAP compliance, internal controls, and regulatory adherence, while improving financial processes.
- Lead finance system upgrades and ERP implementations to streamline reporting and operational finance functions.
- Mentor and develop internal finance teams to enhance execution and long-term sustainability.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation – Strong hourly rate based on experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
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