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Nelson Miller Group

Chief Financial Officer

Nelson Miller Group, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Position Summary

The

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

will be a key strategic partner to the CEO, Board of Directors, and private equity stakeholders, responsible for leading all aspects of the company’s financial strategy and performance. This executive will play a central role in shaping Nelson Miller Group’s next phase of growth, driving both operational and strategic initiatives to enhance profitability and enterprise value.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience within

private equity–backed manufacturing or industrial businesses , combining financial acumen with hands‑on operational insight. This leader will provide disciplined financial management, strong investor relations, and forward‑looking strategic direction to support sustainable growth and transformation.

Key Responsibilities Strategic & Financial Leadership

Partner with the CEO and Board to define and execute financial and business strategies that drive long‑term growth and shareholder value.

Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processes across the enterprise.

Deliver clear, actionable financial insights and recommendations to guide executive decision‑making.

Support strategic initiatives including new market entry, operational improvements, and capital investment decisions.

Private Equity & Capital Management

Serve as the primary liaison to the private equity sponsor and financial institutions, fostering transparency and trust.

Manage capital structure, debt facilities, and liquidity to ensure financial flexibility and growth capacity.

Lead financial due diligence, modeling, and integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.

Accounting, Reporting & Compliance

Oversee all accounting, audit, treasury, and compliance functions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP and regulatory standards.

Deliver timely and insightful financial reports for management, investors, and the Board of Directors.

Strengthen internal controls, governance, and risk management frameworks across all business units.

Operational & Organizational Leadership

Develop, lead, and mentor a high‑performing finance and accounting team, fostering accountability and excellence.

Partner cross‑functionally with operations, engineering, and commercial leadership to align financial performance with business execution.

Implement systems and processes that enhance visibility, efficiency, and decision‑making across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

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

MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred .

10–15+ years of senior finance leadership experience , including

CFO or divisional CFO roles within private equity–backed and/or global manufacturing organizations , with $200m to $500m financial management, with multiple systems, and processes.

Proven record of success in financial leadership during periods of growth, transformation, or ownership transition.

Demonstrated experience in M&A execution, integration, and performance improvement.

Deep knowledge of financial modeling, performance metrics, and capital markets.

Track record of building strong relationships with private equity investors, lenders, and boards.Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic problem‑solving capabilities.

Willingness to travel to NMG facilities as needed.

Attributes

Strategic and analytical thinker with strong business judgment.

Hands‑on leader with an operational mindset and high attention to detail.

Collaborative, transparent, and credible executive presence.

Driven by performance, results, and long‑term enterprise value creation.

Creative, curious mindset to problems.

Extensive experience in combining small to mid‑market organizations into one system, and developing proper KPIs to drive EBITDA growth.

Additional Information

This position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3) due to ITAR and/or CUI compliance.

Candidates being considered for hire must successfully pass a pre‑employment background check.

Compensation and Benefits Pay Range: $240,000 – $270,000 (Pay to be determined by the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the candidate, and alignment with market data). Nelson Miller Group offers a very competitive executive compensation package including base salary, annual performance incentives, aligned with private equity ownership and long‑term value creation objectives.

Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company‑paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP). Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company‑paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. Nelson Miller Group also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a safe harbor non‑elective company contribution.

Nelson Miller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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