What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial Officer position at Behind the Design?
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Join a Company Where People Come First Always.
For over 50 years, we’ve built more than just a successful, family-run business in the Window Fashions industry; we’ve built a community. Our employees and customers stick with us for decades because we treat them like family. We believe in relationships over transactions, people over processes, and purpose over profit.
About the Role
This is a high-impact leadership position for someone who’s just as comfortable rolling up their sleeves in the daily operations as they are setting long-term strategy. You'll oversee all financial functions, manage a capable and committed team, and play a key role in shaping the company’s direction.
We're looking for a CFO who leads with humility, communicates clearly, embraces change, and brings heart to the numbers.
Location: Tallahassee, FL 32305 - 100% on-site
What You’ll Get
- Competitive Pay: $125K base performance bonuses
- Healthcare: We cover 80% of your health plan
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan available
- Generous PTO: 2 weeks in your first year — grows over time
- Insurance Protection: Life insurance (we cover $15,000), short-term disability & critical care options
- Travel Reimbursement: For long-distance commuting
What You’ll Do As CFO
Lead & Inspire
- Guide a team of five across accounting, payroll, and collections
- Foster a positive, productive, and collaborative team culture
- Act as a key voice on the Executive Leadership team
Drive Financial Operations
- Own full-cycle accounting: A/R, A/P, payroll, cash flow, deposits, wires, and more
- Maintain accurate books, monthly closes, financial reporting, and compliance
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and performance analytics
- Champion efficiency by streamlining processes and improving systems
- Stay deeply involved in day-to-day operations while keeping an eye on strategic goals
- Apply deposits and processing credit applications
- Lead weekly financial reviews with the executive team
- Run payroll and 401(k) contributions
- Oversee monthly closes and preparing income statements
- Conduct strategic check-ins with accounting and collections teams
- Prepare for audits and compliance reviews
Who You Are
- 5 years leading accounting or finance teams (Controller/CFO level preferred)
- Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA a plus, not required)
- CPA or CMA preferred
- Experience with SAP, ERP systems, and manufacturing environments
- Bonus points for supply chain and inventory expertise
- Expert in Excel and financial modeling
- Tech-savvy and eager to work with multiple systems
- A natural leader with a strong sense of integrity, humility, and initiative
Ready to Help Write Our Next Chapter?
We’re excited to meet someone who’s not only great with numbers but values people, purpose, and legacy. If you want to make a lasting impact in a company where your work really matters, apply now.
Salary : $125,000
