Strategic CFO: Growth & Governance Leader

Crucial Hire; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Crucial Hire is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a growing financial services organization in Chicago. The role entails overseeing the financial strategy, planning, and operational finance leadership.

Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in financial leadership, particularly within regulated environments. You will partner with the CEO and executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiencies while ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• 7+ years within financial services, capital markets, brokerage, fintech, banking, or similar regulated environments.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, financial modeling, and executive reporting.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with the CEO and executive leadership team.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modeling.
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field

CPA, MBA, CFA or similar credential

Tools

Financial analysis software

Job description

Crucial Hire is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a growing financial services organization in Chicago. The role entails overseeing the financial strategy, planning, and operational finance leadership.

Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in financial leadership, particularly within regulated environments. You will partner with the CEO and executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiencies while ensuring compliance with financial regulations.