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Chief Financial Officer

RJI Search, New York

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About the Role

We are seeking seasoned Fractional CFO's with deep expertise in a variety of industries including but not limited to Start-ups, healthcare, CPG, med device and technology in order to provide strategic financial leadership to growing brands. As a trusted advisor to the executive team, you will be responsible for driving financial performance, supporting capital strategies, and optimizing operational processes. This is a hands-on, high-impact role ideal for a financial leader comfortable working across multiple companies or projects.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

  • Develop and lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
  • Analyze financial data to support strategic decision-making, pricing strategies, and market expansion.
  • Provide executive-level insights on business model optimization and performance.

Cash Flow Management

  • Monitor, forecast, and optimize cash flow to ensure liquidity and operational stability.
  • Model scenarios to anticipate cash needs and investment opportunities.

Financial Reporting & Oversight

  • Review and validate financial statements
  • Build and maintain KPI dashboards and performance tracking systems.
  • Ensure accurate, timely, and actionable financial reporting.

Capital Raising & Investor Relations

  • Build robust financial models and projections for investor presentations.
  • Advise on capital structure (debt, equity, or hybrid financing).
  • Assist in developing investor materials and guide the capital-raising process from end to end.
  • Support board reporting and investor communications.

Operational Efficiency & Financial Process Optimization

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve internal financial processes.
  • Implement scalable systems for accounting, expense tracking, and reporting.
  • Guide internal controls and financial best practices.

Risk Management & Compliance

  • Evaluate financial and operational risks; develop mitigation strategies.
  • Support tax planning and help uncover missed opportunities for deductions or credits.

Ad Hoc Financial Projects

  • Lead one-off projects such as historical financial cleanups, audit prep, or reporting enhancements as needed by leadership.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader, with a proven track record.
  • Strong understanding of the financial challenges faced by emerging and mid-sized brands.
  • Expertise in capital raising, financial modeling, and investor relations.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO), Excel, and financial reporting tools.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to execute hands-on financial operations.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred

  • Experience supporting companies through high-growth stages, fundraising, or exit strategies.
  • CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred but not required.
  • Familiarity with DTC, wholesale, and omnichannel business models in CPG.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with visionary founders and operators in the CPG space. As a fractional CFO, youll play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, driving growth, and positioning brands for long-term success.

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