Chief Financial Officer

Chesapeake Search Partners; Maryland; On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A community-focused financial institution in Maryland is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership, overseeing all financial operations from strategy to compliance. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership in finance/accounting, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment. This executive role offers a competitive salary and strong benefits, promoting a growth mindset within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in finance/accounting, preferably within banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and reporting.
• Hands-on expertise in accounting, financial analysis, and treasury management.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, small-team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership to support growth and operational goals.
• Oversee finance, accounting, budgeting, and reporting functions.
• Lead forecasting, capital planning, and profitability analysis.
• Partner with senior leadership and the board on financial strategy.
• Engage in day-to-day operations including reporting and liquidity management.
• Manage relationships with auditors and other external stakeholders.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports.
• Lead and develop the finance and accounting teams.

Skills

Leadership in finance/accounting

Knowledge of regulatory requirements

Expertise in financial analysis

Collaborative attitude

Education

CPA or advanced finance credential

Job description

Chesapeake Search Partners provided pay range

This range is provided by Chesapeake Search Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$170,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a well-established, community-focused financial institution in the greater Frederick area to identify a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This is a key executive role within an organization known for its strong culture and growth mindset.

The CFO will join the executive leadership team and oversee all financial operations, from strategy and forecasting to accounting and regulatory compliance. This is a hands‑on environment where collaboration and leadership visibility are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic financial leadership to support growth and operational goals
• Oversee finance, accounting, budgeting, and reporting functions
• Lead forecasting, capital planning, and profitability analysis
• Partner with senior leadership and the board on financial strategy
• Engage in day‑to‑day operations including reporting, liquidity management, and supporting colleagues across departments
• Manage relationships with auditors and other external stakeholders
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports
• Lead and develop the finance and accounting teams

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience in finance/accounting, preferably within banking or financial services
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and reporting
• Hands‑on expertise in accounting, financial analysis, and treasury management
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, small‑team environment
• CPA or advanced finance credential preferred

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Banking and Financial Services

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)