Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – SaaS Tech Portfolio

East 57th Street Partners; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm seeks an Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership for multiple SaaS tech companies in their portfolio. This role involves executing financial strategies, managing operations, and supporting M&A activity to maximize value creation. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience in SaaS finance and private equity environments, with a focus on driving performance in high-growth settings.

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience

Travel and business expenses covered

Opportunity to work across multiple high-growth SaaS companies

Direct exposure to private equity leadership

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive finance experience with at least 5 years in a CFO role.
• Strong understanding of SaaS financial models including ARR, MRR, CAC.
• Experience leading M&A transactions and financial best practices implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies for portfolio companies.
• Oversee financial operations including FP&A, accounting, and reporting.
• Act as a primary liaison between portfolio companies and private equity investors.

Skills

SaaS finance expertise

Private equity knowledge

Financial planning

Cash flow management

Operational finance

M&A transactions

Leadership

Team development

Communication skills

Education

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

MBA or CPA preferred

Job description

Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – SaaS Tech Portfolio

Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – SaaS Tech Portfolio

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Job Title: Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – SaaS Tech Portfolio

Location: Remote with Travel to Company Sites

Compensation: Based on Experience

About the Role:

Our client, a leading private equity firm, is seeking an Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee the financial operations of multiple SaaS technology companies within their portfolio. This role will rotate between different portfolio companies, providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring operational efficiency, and driving value creation. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SaaS finance, private equity environments, and the ability to work in high-growth, dynamic settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Develop and execute financial strategies that align with each portfolio company’s growth objectives and private equity value creation plans.
• Partner with executive teams to drive financial performance, optimize capital allocation, and support strategic decision-making.

Operational Finance & Reporting:

• Oversee all financial operations, including FP&A, accounting, treasury, tax, and financial controls across multiple entities.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for private equity stakeholders, board members, and executive leadership.
• Manage financial forecasting, budgeting, and KPI tracking to provide insights into business performance.

Private Equity & M&A Support:

• Act as the primary financial liaison between portfolio companies and private equity investors.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and integrations, conducting due diligence and ensuring seamless financial onboarding.
• Drive EBITDA improvements and cash flow optimization to maximize investor returns.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Build and mentor finance teams within portfolio companies, instilling best practices and operational efficiencies.
• Implement strong internal controls, compliance measures, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide hands-on leadership to support finance teams in managing transitions and growth initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years in a CFO role, preferably in SaaS and private equity-backed environments.
• Strong understanding of SaaS financial models, including ARR, MRR, CAC, CLV, and revenue recognition principles.
• Proven ability to scale businesses and implement financial best practices across multiple entities.
• Experience leading M&A transactions, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.
• Advanced expertise in financial planning, cash flow management, and operational finance.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with PE partners, board members, and executive leadership.
• Ability to travel to company sites as needed.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Opportunity to work across multiple high-growth SaaS companies.
• Direct exposure to private equity leadership and portfolio management.
• Travel and business expenses covered as per company policy.

This Interim CFO role is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned financial executive looking to make an immediate impact in a dynamic SaaS-focused private equity environment. If you have a track record of driving financial performance and operational excellence across multiple businesses, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, and Financial Services

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