Pathway Talent Partners
Chief Financial Officer
Location:
Eau Claire, WI Employment Type:
Full-Time Compensation:
Up to $200,000 base salary, with future long-term incentive potential
Position Summary Pathway Talent Partners has been retained by a rapidly growing manufacturing company to support the recruitment of a Chief Financial Officer. This executive will serve as a key member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations while supporting scalable growth across manufacturing, supply chain, and business operations.
This role requires a balanced leader who can operate strategically while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day financial execution. The CFO will help build the financial foundation of a growing organization, delivering disciplined reporting, strong analytics, and operational insight in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Reporting
Lead all accounting, finance, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable standards.
Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and maintain effective internal controls.
Manage working capital, including inventory, receivables, and payables.
Partner with external accounting, tax, and banking partners as needed.
Operations, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Support
Provide financial oversight and analysis for manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Develop and monitor cost accounting, inventory valuation, and margin analysis.
Partner cross-functionally to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational and financial performance.
Strategic Planning & Business Support
Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team on strategic planning and growth initiatives.
Lead annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes.
Support pricing strategy, capital investment analysis, and new product initiatives.
Prepare the organization for future financing, banking, or strategic opportunities.
Analytics, Systems & Process Improvement
Develop financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to support data-driven decision‑making.
Evaluate, implement, and optimize financial systems and processes to support growth.li>
Improve forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency through automation and standardization.
Ensure systems and processes are scalable as the business expands.
Leadership & Culture
Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting resources as needed.
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Maintain a hands‑on, solutions‑oriented approach in a growing organization.
Act as a trusted financial partner across all functions of the business.
Qualifications
Senior finance leadership experience (CFO, VP of Finance, or equivalent) in CPG, manufacturing, or a product‑based environment.
Strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and cost accounting.
Experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on execution.
Strong analytical, modeling, and problem‑solving skills.
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial setting.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
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Eau Claire, WI Employment Type:
Full-Time Compensation:
Up to $200,000 base salary, with future long-term incentive potential
Position Summary Pathway Talent Partners has been retained by a rapidly growing manufacturing company to support the recruitment of a Chief Financial Officer. This executive will serve as a key member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations while supporting scalable growth across manufacturing, supply chain, and business operations.
This role requires a balanced leader who can operate strategically while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day financial execution. The CFO will help build the financial foundation of a growing organization, delivering disciplined reporting, strong analytics, and operational insight in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Reporting
Lead all accounting, finance, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.
Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable standards.
Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and maintain effective internal controls.
Manage working capital, including inventory, receivables, and payables.
Partner with external accounting, tax, and banking partners as needed.
Operations, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Support
Provide financial oversight and analysis for manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Develop and monitor cost accounting, inventory valuation, and margin analysis.
Partner cross-functionally to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational and financial performance.
Strategic Planning & Business Support
Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team on strategic planning and growth initiatives.
Lead annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes.
Support pricing strategy, capital investment analysis, and new product initiatives.
Prepare the organization for future financing, banking, or strategic opportunities.
Analytics, Systems & Process Improvement
Develop financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to support data-driven decision‑making.
Evaluate, implement, and optimize financial systems and processes to support growth.li>
Improve forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency through automation and standardization.
Ensure systems and processes are scalable as the business expands.
Leadership & Culture
Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting resources as needed.
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Maintain a hands‑on, solutions‑oriented approach in a growing organization.
Act as a trusted financial partner across all functions of the business.
Qualifications
Senior finance leadership experience (CFO, VP of Finance, or equivalent) in CPG, manufacturing, or a product‑based environment.
Strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and cost accounting.
Experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on execution.
Strong analytical, modeling, and problem‑solving skills.
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial setting.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
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