Chief Financial Officer

FourSeasons, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Plan: 401(k)

Profit-Sharing Bonus

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FourSeasons, Inc. in Knoxville, Tennessee is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to direct the corporation’s fiscal functions. Responsibilities include managing treasury, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP.

The ideal candidate will have a CPA, a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, and 10+ years of related experience. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of accounting or finance experience.
• 5+ years as CFO in a $50–100M+ organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct fiscal functions and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and provide financial insights.

Skills

Financial management

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical reasoning

Communication proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

CPA certification

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Reports To: The Chief Executive Officer

Manages: Finance, Information Technology, and HR Department oversight

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for directing the corporation’s fiscal functions in accordance with GAAP, regulatory guidance, and industry best practices. The CFO oversees treasury management, budgeting, financial reporting, information technology, and compliance. Acting as a strategic business partner, the CFO provides financial insight to support decision-making, risk management, and long-term planning while collaborating with senior leadership and the Board.

Work Environment & Position Details

• Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, with flexibility based on departmental needs.
• Primarily office environment with occasional exposure to warehouse or field conditions.
• No travel required.
• Must maintain a professional and organized workspace for in-person or virtual meetings.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Management

• Serve as a strategic partner in evaluating and managing the company’s financial performance, aligning financial objectives with growth strategies.
• Develop and implement policies, processes, and performance metrics to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations for business initiatives, sales/marketing plans, pricing projects & models, and potential mergers/acquisitions.
• Collaborate with HR and senior leadership on workforce planning, compensation strategy, and organizational effectiveness.

Financial Analysis, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead financial planning and analysis, developing short- and long-term budgets, forecasts, and projections.
• Utilize forward-looking and activity-based models to inform operational decisions.
• Maintain and monitor operating and capital budgets, profit and loss by product, branch, or cost center.
• Manage short- and long-term cash flow planning, capital, facilities, and staff requirements.

Financial Management

• Coordinate with Operations/PMs to optimize GP% on Projects
• Optimize cash, investments, working capital, and banking relationships.
• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities and financial risk.
• Oversee financial compliance, reporting, and controls.

Accounting & Operations

• Oversee accounting systems, software, and processes to ensure accuracy and GAAP compliance.
• Coordinate with the Finance Team to achieve team goals, monitor internal controls, and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Approve financial statements for Board of Directors review.
• Ensure compliance with tax, legal, audit, and regulatory requirements.

Legal & Compliance Oversight

• Review contracts, manage legal relationships, and oversee corporate legal matters, including budgeting for legal services.
• Ensure company-wide compliance across financial, legal, and HR functions.

Reporting & Meetings

• Monthly: Financial statements, variance analysis, balanced scorecards, cash flow forecasts, departmental reporting
• Weekly: Finance department meetings, L10 meetings
• Monthly/Quarterly: Board updates, management meetings, quarterly offsite planning

Required Skills & Attributes

• Financial management, business acumen, strategic thinking
• Leadership, performance management, communication proficiency
• Problem-solving, analytical reasoning, technical expertise
• Personal credibility, ethical conduct, executive presence

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field, or 10+ years of equivalent experience
• CPA certification
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree
• CCIFP or CMA
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as CFO in a $50–100M+ organization
• 10+ years’ accounting or finance experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: Based on experience and expertise.
• Health Coverage: Company paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee with buy-up options available. Eligibility for coverage begins on day 45 of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employer contribution to FSA to help cover healthcare expenses.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Profit-Sharing Bonus: Eligible for monthly bonus based on company performance.
• Employee Allowance Program: Work related essentials such as tools, boots, and clothing, renewed annually.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO Package