Chief Financial Officer

Overview

Corporate Recruitment Manager at Aleron recruiting for Aleron, Broadleaf, Acara Solutions, TalentRise, Viaduct and Lume Strategies

Our client is a growing, privately held multi-entity automotive dealership based in the Buffalo-Niagara region. Known for its strong community presence and commitment to excellence, the company is poised for continued expansion. We are seeking a strategic and operationally focused Chief Financial Officer to join the executive leadership team and help drive financial excellence and long-term growth.

Note: The following details the CFO role and general expectations. The original posting includes compensation details and related recruitment context that are retained in the sections below.

Compensation

• Base pay range: $160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr
• Additional compensation types: Annual Bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the President to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals and long-term growth initiatives.
• Act as a strategic partner to the President and General Manager, providing data-driven insights and guidance to support operational decision-making, business planning, and performance improvement.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across all departments.
• Oversee accounting functions and lead a high-performing finance team, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness in financial reporting.
• Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and develop weekly cash flow forecasts across all entities.
• Prepare and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Implement process improvements to enhance financial operations, streamline A/R management, and support scalability.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and all regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, insurance providers, and legal advisors.
• Review and negotiate significant contracts and expenditures.
• Stay current on financial regulations, economic trends, and automotive industry developments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Experience in multi-entity retail sectors is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead financial strategy in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team development skills.
• Proven track record of improving financial performance and operational efficiency.

Equity, Inclusion, and Employment

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Strategy/Planning, and Finance
• Industries: Retail Motor Vehicles

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