Chief Financial Officer

3P Partners

Modesto (CA)

On-site

USD 200,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Modesto, CA is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to shape the financial future of a private equity-backed manufacturing business. You will provide strategic leadership, mentor a finance team, and improve financial reporting and operational alignment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in finance and a robust track record in manufacturing. Competitive compensation is offered, with a salary range between $200,000 and $250,000 annually.

Qualifications

Proven leadership experience in finance or accounting within a manufacturing environment.
Strong communicator able to simplify complex concepts for teams.
Experience mentoring teams in fast-paced environments.
Deep knowledge of GAAP financial reporting and audit processes.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic financial leadership and be a key member of the leadership team.
Mentor and develop a lean accounting and finance team.
Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial reporting packages.
Lead the year-end audit process and maintain internal controls.
Direct the integration of ERP systems for better efficiency.
Manage budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Leadership in finance

Communication skills

ERP system integration

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Financial planning

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Overview

This newly created CFO role offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a profitable, private equity-backed manufacturing business following a recent merger. As a key partner to the CEO, you will lead the integration of operations and systems, enhance financial reporting, build a value-added finance function and capital strategy while supporting future M&A activity. Ideal candidates will bring deep FP&A and manufacturing finance experience, with a track record of building and scaling finance functions in dynamic environments. Success requires more than technical expertise. You must be a humble, high-integrity “player-coach” who can mentor a lean team, simplify complex financials, and drive cross-functional alignment in a fast-paced, values-driven business.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic financial leadership and serve as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to the overall direction and performance of the organization.
Mentor and develop a lean accounting and finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Promote cross-functional collaboration and support the refinement of organizational structure to improve financial and operational alignment.
Oversee the preparation, review, and presentation of monthly financial reporting packages, ensure historical reports are accurate and consistent.
Lead the year-end audit process, maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.
Direct the integration of ERP systems to improve reporting efficiency, and accuracy.
Strengthen inventory tracking and cost accounting processes to enhance the accuracy of COGS reporting and improve margin visibility.
Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes to deliver greater P&L transparency and forward-looking insights for leadership and investors.
Evaluate and manage capital strategies, including cash management, debt structuring, lease financing, and project-level funding.
Support strategic growth initiatives, including organic expansion and mergers and acquisitions, by providing financial modeling, due diligence, and integration support.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in finance or accounting, preferably within manufacturing environment, exposure to agriculture-related industries a plus
Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex financial concepts for cross-functional teams
Demonstrated success mentoring teams in a high-accountability, fast-paced environment
Experience integrating ERP systems
Deep knowledge of GAAP financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes
Hands-on experience with inventory, cost accounting, and margin analysis
Track record of leading financial planning and capital strategy
Comfort operating in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
Alignment with core values of integrity, humility, and perseverance

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