Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Strategic Resources
About The Position
Job Summary: The Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides financial leadership and oversight for the organization during a transitional period. This role manages financial operations, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and supports executive decision-making. The Interim CFO oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance. This position is responsible for maintaining financial stability and supporting the transition to a permanent CFO. This role will work a sporadic and fluctuating schedule. Job Duties: Manages all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting Oversees preparation and analysis of financial statements and management reports Develops and implements financial policies, procedures, and internal controls Manages cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and supports external audits Advises leadership on financial strategy and risk management Leads and mentors finance team members Coordinates with other departments to support organizational objectives Presents financial results and recommendations to executive leadership Supports transition planning and knowledge transfer to permanent CFO Other duties as required
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, required
- Seven (7) or more years of progressive experience in financial management, required
- Three (3) or more years in a senior financial leadership role, required
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lead and motivate teams
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, preferred
- Experience in interim or transitional executive roles, preferred
- Experience in public accounting or professional services, preferred
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), preferred
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite), preferred
Responsibilities
- Manages all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
- Oversees preparation and analysis of financial statements and management reports
- Develops and implements financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Manages cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships
- Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and supports external audits
- Advises leadership on financial strategy and risk management
- Leads and mentors finance team members
- Coordinates with other departments to support organizational objectives
- Presents financial results and recommendations to executive leadership
- Supports transition planning and knowledge transfer to permanent CFO
- Other duties as required
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Executive
