CFO - Chief Financial Officer

We are looking for an accomplished finance executive to step into a hands-on leadership role overseeing the full financial organization for a business based in Appleton, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position will guide core finance operations, provide clear reporting to executive and investment stakeholders, and bring structure to budgeting, cash planning, and year-end financial activities. The role also supports acquisition-related finance work and partners with leadership to strengthen business visibility through reliable data and executive reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Direct all major finance functions, including accounting, controls, forecasting, treasury, tax, collections, and external financial reporting.
• Complete the current budget process and refine financial plans to support leadership decision-making and board review activities.
• Oversee the monthly close cycle and ensure timely delivery of flash reports and reporting packages for executives, investors, and lenders.
• Lead year-end financial close activities and coordinate the FY2026 audit process with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Provide financial leadership for ongoing acquisitions by supporting diligence, transaction close activities, and post-close integration planning.
• Build and maintain a dependable 13-week cash forecast while improving cash management and working capital performance.
• Partner with senior leadership on executive dashboards and enterprise reporting tools that enhance visibility into performance and liquidity.
• Serve as a key member of the leadership team and create a well-documented, stable finance function for a successful transition to a permanent CFO
• Proven experience leading the full finance function in a senior executive role such as CFO or divisional finance head.
• Strong background in cash flow analysis, capital management, and short-term liquidity forecasting.
• Demonstrated success managing month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, and audit execution.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, including financial diligence and integration activities.
• Knowledge of accounting controls, treasury operations, tax coordination, and credit or collections oversight.
• Familiarity with business systems and reporting environments, including Microsoft Dynamics GP or comparable ERP platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive leaders, boards, lenders, and investment stakeholders.