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Chief Finance Officer

Lean Focus LLC
Cleveland, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Chief Financial Officer

POSITION : Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

LOCATION / TRAVEL : Toledo, OH or Greenville, SC

REPORTS TO : Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

TRAVEL : Up to 15% domestic

POSITION SUMMARY :

Our client is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join their industrial manufacturing business in the Toledo area! The right candidate will be a data-driven thought partner who works cross-functionally to help teams dive deeper into their financials. The CFO will build FP&A discipline and processes to proactively evaluate operational, commercial, and financial metrics to achieve $12M EBITDA organically within three years. They will oversee cash flow in a highly variable, engineered-to-order, project-based business while strategizing investments for organic growth and M&A. The CFO will be a critical member of the leadership team responsible for shaping and executing the strategic planning process.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Developing and implementing financial strategies to support business growth and profitability
  • Aligning financial goals with overall business objectives through collaboration with the President and executive team
  • Enhancing revenue, profit, and cash flow forecasting processes
  • Planning resource allocation effectively to support growth periods
  • Analyzing cost structures to identify opportunities for margin improvement and implementing strategies to optimize net working capital while reducing operating expenses
  • Identifying and prioritizing KPIs that drive performance; ensuring the finance team focuses on metrics aligned with strategic goals
  • Formalizing M&A processes and leading the acquisition process from due diligence to integration
  • Ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with regulations
  • Driving efficiency in administrative functions such as IT, legal, and insurance to support organizational growth and OpEx
  • Providing insightful analysis and reports to support decision-making
  • Identifying potential financial risks and developing mitigation strategies
  • Maintaining a robust internal control environment to safeguard company assets

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required; MBA or similar preferred
  • Professional certifications (CPA or CFA) preferred
  • 8 years of professional experience in accounting with significant time spent in leadership roles
  • Proven experience leading financial transformation in a small (
  • Proven experience in strategic planning, setting clear goals, and guiding teams towards achieving long-term objectives
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in smaller, resource-constrained environments with immature business processes and teams
  • Demonstrated ability to build FP&A discipline, processes, and teams from the ground up
  • Track record of achieving measureable improvements in gross margin, operating expenses rationalization, and working capital reduction
  • Experience scaling resources during period of strong growth while maintaining profitability and ROIC targets
  • Extensive experience managing multiple acquisitions from diligence through integration
  • Experience in a Lean-disciplined business and exposure to Continuous Improvement principles such as Strategy Deployment, Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Kanban, Visual Daily Management, 80 / 20
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
  • Lean Focus LLC is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.

    COMPANY DESCRIPTION :

    At Lean Focus, we help businesses overcome their biggest challenges by transforming them for the better, and for the long-term. A "who's who" of global leaders in every industry, our clients include some of the world's most respected brands and several members of the Fortune 1000.

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