CFO

CFS; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer to provide hands-on financial leadership during a transitional period. This role oversees accounting and finance functions, improves reporting processes, ensures compliance, and partners with the executive team to support strategic initiatives.

You will stabilize operations, lead the finance team through change, manage close processes, optimize systems, and coordinate with auditors. CPA preferred; CFO-level experience required.

Qualifications

• Must have CPA preferred and CFO-level experience.
• Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, and internal controls.
• Experience leading accounting teams through organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting and finance operations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Review financial statements and reconciliations.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Oversee payroll approvals and accounting operations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to accounting staff.
• Collaborate with executives to identify process improvements.
• Support system optimization and audit coordination.

Skills

CFO experience

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Auditing software

Job description

Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer to provide hands-on financial leadership during a transitional period. This individual will oversee the organization's accounting and finance functions, improve financial reporting processes, ensure compliance, and partner with executive leadership to support strategic initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned financial leader who enjoys stabilizing operations, improving processes, and leading finance teams through change.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day accounting and finance operations.


• Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.


• Review and improve financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.


• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.


• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.


• Oversee payroll approval and accounting operations.


• Provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team.


• Partner with executive leadership to identify process improvements and operational efficiencies.


• Support ongoing system optimization and financial reporting enhancements.


• Assist with audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors.


• Perform additional financial leadership responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).


• Previous experience as a CFO, Controller, or senior finance executive.


• Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, and internal controls.


• Experience leading accounting teams through organizational change or transition.


• ERP implementation or optimization experience is a plus.


• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skill