Chief Financial Officer

Our client is a wholesale firm. They seek a Chief Financial Officer to join their Manhattan, NY office.ResponsibilitiesEstablish and lead the FP&A function, developing financial processes, reporting tools, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.Develop financial reporting packages, analyze business performance, and deliver actionable insights on revenue, margins, EBITDA, working capital, and cash flow.Evaluate financial and operational performance, identify trends and risks, and provide recommendations to senior leadership on pricing, profitability, inventory, and business initiatives.Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity monitoring, and working capital optimization, including accounts receivable, inventory, accounts payable, and cash conversion cycle improvements.Oversee lender and factoring relationships, coordinate financial reporting requirements, monitor borrowing availability and compliance, and support financing negotiations.Supervise accounting operations, monthly close, financial statements, general ledger integrity, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and inventory accounting.Strengthen financial controls, accounting policies, reporting processes, and systems while coordinating with external accounting and tax advisors.Coordinate tax compliance, planning, filings, payments, and related documentation with external advisors across applicable tax jurisdictions.Collaborate with senior leadership on financial strategy, growth initiatives, pricing, customer and product profitability, capital expenditures, and potential acquisitions.Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and strategic recommendations to improve margins, manage operating expenses, strengthen liquidity, and support profitable growth.RequirementsBring 12–25 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, ideally as a CFO or Controller ready to transition into a CFO role.Demonstrate broad financial leadership experience, including accounting oversight, FP&A, cash management, and financial reporting.Possess experience working with banks, lenders, and factoring partners.Have experience in wholesale distribution or a related industry.Demonstrate the ability to work closely with business owners and support investments, real estate, and joint ventures.Bring strong leadership skills and the ability to develop an established accounting team while building additional financial capabilities.JobID: 48678