CFO

CFO / Head of Finance – PE-Backed Consumer Products Company Location: Bellevue, WA (Hybrid / Regional Travel Considered)

Conexus is seeking an experienced CFO / Head of Finance for an established, private equity-backed food & beverage company generating approximately $75M–$100M in annual revenue. The company needs a hands-on financial executive to lead its accounting and finance functions, manage cash flow and liquidity, and support executive leadership and private equity sponsors during a period of transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, and month-end close activities.
• Lead cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and working capital planning.
• Manage financial reporting to private equity sponsors, lenders, and executive leadership.
• Oversee company KPIs, financial performance analysis, and operational reporting.
• Manage year-end close and audit preparation.
• Evaluate and improve accounting processes and financial controls.
• Partner closely with executive leadership on financial and operational priorities.

Ideal Candidate

• Current or recent CFO, VP Finance, or Head of Finance experience, ideally in a middle-market, PE-backed company.
• Strong accounting foundation with the ability to operate hands-on in a lean finance organization.
• Demonstrated experience with cash flow modeling, liquidity management, and lender reporting.
• Food & beverage, CPG, or other inventory-intensive industry experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of inventory accounting, COGS, retail distribution, trade allowances, and gross-to-net revenue.
• Experience with outsourced manufacturing and QuickBooks Online is a plus.

Location Details Strong preference for Seattle/Bellevue-area candidates who can work onsite 2–3 days per week.