Chief Financial Officer - Fractional

Client For over a century, our client has been one of the most respected leaders in their consumer manufacturing space. They offer cutting-edge innovation, with the highest design and technical support standards, client experience, and customer service.

Summary This Fractional CFO will report directly to the CEO and work closely with the Leadership Team. The successful candidate will proactively provide guidance to the finance and accounting team, and will work with manufacturing to eliminate unnecessary costs.

The Fractional CFO will work with the team to increase efficiencies at this dynamic, entrepreneurial growth company.

A deep understanding of manufacturing, the ability to think strategically, effectively interact with all aspects and functions of the organization, and nimbly drive change in a meaningful way is critical for success in this role. This Fractional CFO will be an open and articulate communicator who inspires the organization to work collaboratively and solve problems creatively.

Location Hybrid Position, working up to 5 days per month in Kalamazoo, MI Candidates should be within a reasonable commuting distance and currently reside between Chicago and Detroit.

Compensation Compensation will be on a part-time or 1099 basis, and the hourly rate is negotiable.

Responsibilities Work closely with the leadership team and the finance and accounting team to help drive the financial strategy of the company and its business units. Help improve internal accounting controls and related processes.

Identify and capture opportunities to improve processes and increase profitability. Help improve cash conversion cycle through the management of costs and inventory Work with manufacturing and cost accounting to take out unnecessary costs.

Work on long-term turn-around opportunities Provide M&A transaction experience

Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance A minimum of 15 years experience at top level accounting and finance positions Experience with Manufacturing is a must - Metal Fabrication Job Shop experience is ideal Product costing, operations control Practical business problem-solving and analytical skills Tech and business savvy The ability to influence and drive change to improve reporting, business processes, and transitions. Ability to thrive in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment with a willingness to roll up sleeves and get things done.

Proven track record of adapting easily to shifting priorities.