Interim CFO - Life Science/Bio-Technology Industries

Charles River CFO, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River CFO, Inc. seeks an experienced financial leader to oversee client operations, strengthen internal controls, and drive strategic finance initiatives across diverse industries.

You will build durable client relationships, deliver high-quality financial reporting and advisory services, and ensure regulatory compliance during rapid growth and complex transactions. This role combines hands-on leadership with scalable outsourced solutions, supporting IPOs, SPACs, mergers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred but not required.
• SEC Reporting, IPO, and SPAC experience highly desirable.
• Progressive experience in senior finance leadership roles.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, identify key issues, and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead clients' financial operations.
• Build solid relationships with constituents.
• Develop, implement, and enhance financial reporting and other business systems.
• Provide high-quality financial advice, experience, and analysis.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Financial leadership

Regulatory compliance

Financial reporting

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead clients' financial operations
• Build solid relationships with constituents
• Develop, implement, and enhance financial reporting and other business systems
• Provide high-quality financial advice, experience, and analysis
• Ensure regulatory compliance

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or a similar field
• CPA preferred, but not required
• SEC Reporting, IPO, and SPAC experience highly desirable
• Progressive experience in senior finance leadership roles
• Ability to analyze complex situations, identify key issues, and solve problems

About Us:

Charles River CFO, Inc. is a premier FAO (Fractional, Interim, Outsourced), firm serving companies since 2003, across the life sciences, high technology, manufacturing, professional services, and nonprofit sectors. Our clientele includes publicly traded entities, middle-market firms, and venture-backed emerging growth companies. We provide a comprehensive suite of services, including financial leadership for strategic transactions such as IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and divestitures, as well as financial management, cloud accounting, and tax services. For start-ups and emerging companies, we offer a complete accounting and finance function, while for large multinational corporations, we augment existing capabilities.

We specialize in delivering top-tier fractional, interim, and outsourced financial leadership and services. Our team of seasoned CFOs, accountants, tax experts, and HR professionals is dedicated to driving strategic growth and ensuring financial stability for our clients.

With a profound understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in the life sciences industry, we provide tailored solutions from early-stage start-ups to established companies navigating critical transitions. Our commitment to excellence, innovative thinking, and a collaborative approach ensures our clients receive the highest level of service and support.