Chief Financial Officer

Emerald Lane Recruitment; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

An executive recruitment firm is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a well-established cannabis business in Jacksonville, FL. The ideal candidate will provide strategic financial leadership, ensuring compliance and fostering growth. A Bachelor's degree in Finance, along with CPA or CMA certification and 10+ years of experience in finance leadership, are essential. This is a full-time position that offers relocation support to the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Expertise in financial strategy and corporate taxation.
• Proven success in a growth-stage or entrepreneurial organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as strategic advisor to CEO and Board.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Financial Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA or CMA certification

Job description

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Global Cannabis Recruiter since 2019 | Founder of Emerald Lane Recruitment | People-First, Always | Join us for Brunch, with Buddy’s!

Full-time, Onsite (Relocation offered)

Jacksonville, Florida, USA

Our client, a well-established, ancillary cannabis business with national operations and a strong track record of organic growth, is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive leadership team.

They are seeking a strategic, results-driven CFO to lead all aspects of financial planning, operations, compliance, and reporting. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in management accounting, and financial reporting with strong leadership and execution skills.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will drive growth strategy, support informed decision-making, ensure compliance, and cultivate a high-performance finance function.

This is a full-time position, requiring onsite leadership in Jacksonville. FL. Relocation support will be offered to the right candidate.

This is a confidential executive search. Only candidates selected for interviews will be provided with client-specific information.

MUST be authorized to work in the United States and able to work onsite in Jacksonville, Florida.

This is a priority search — we're moving quickly and looking for someone available to step into the role as soon as possible, while ensuring the right fit through a thoughtful interview process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board, providing financial insights and recommendations.
• Lead company and departmental budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to support growth and operational efficiency.

Management Accounting

• Oversee cost accounting, margin analysis, and budgetary controls.
• Deliver accurate performance analyses, trend reports, and variance explanations.
• Implement systems and processes to enhance financial visibility and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations; coordinate tax filings with external CPAs.
• Optimize tax planning strategies and distribution planning to minimize liabilities.
• Monitor tax law changes and assess financial impact.
• Lead preparation of accurate, timely financial statements and internal/external reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Manage audit processes and maintain strong internal controls.

Transactional Oversight

• Oversee all financial transactions including M&A, capital raises, and restructuring.
• Conduct due diligence and financial modeling for strategic opportunities.
• Ensure integration and alignment of financial systems during corporate transitions.

Ethics, Governance & Risk Management

• Promote ethical conduct, impartiality, and financial transparency.
• Serve as a neutral steward of shareholder interests in financial decisions.
• Establish and monitor risk management and internal audit functions.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team with a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Partner with department heads to align financial and operational plans.
• Champion continuous improvement and data-informed decision-making across departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s/MBA preferred).
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification strongly preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience (including CFO, VP Finance, or similar).
• Demonstrated expertise in financial strategy, accounting, S Corp tax structure, and transactions.
• Proven success leading finance in a growth-stage or entrepreneurial organization.

Skills

• Deep understanding of GAAP, corporate taxation, and S Corp compliance.
• Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficient in modern financial systems; able to build and scale reporting infrastructure.
• Excellent communication skills; able to distill complex financial topics for diverse audiences.
• Effective leader and collaborator with a bias for action and results.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Emerald Lane Recruitment is committed to advancing equity and inclusion across the global cannabis industry. We proudly support our clients in building teams that reflect the full diversity of the communities they serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management

• Industries

  Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing

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