Interim CFOWe are seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our client's finance and accounting department.This is a temporary, project-based role with a primary focus on financial transformation. The successful candidate will be a hands-on professional responsible for a comprehensive cleanup and improvement of our financial reporting and accounting processes. This role is crucial for establishing a solid financial foundation and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a similar capacity, particularly within a project-based professional services environment.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements. Identify and resolve historical discrepancies and errors in financial records.
Conduct a thorough review of all finance and accounting processes, from accounts payable/receivable to general ledger management. Implement best practices to streamline workflows and enhance internal controls.
Lead a project to cleanse and rationalize the general ledger and chart of accounts to ensure accurate and consistent financial classification.
Analyze key financial data, including project profitability and overhead, to provide actionable insights to the leadership team. Develop and implement improved financial reporting templates and dashboards.
Develop and manage cash flow forecasts to optimize liquidity. Collaborate with operations and project teams to improve billing and collections processes.
Provide immediate leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the existing finance and accounting team. Ensure that the team is well-trained and prepared to sustain the new processes.
Ensure the company's financial practices are in full compliance with relevant accounting standards (GAAP) and tax regulations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a CPA certification is highly preferred.
A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role (CFO, VP of Finance, or Senior Controller).
Demonstrated experience successfully executing financial cleanups and process improvement projects in a project-based professional services firm (e.g., architecture, engineering, or consulting).
Expert-level knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Strong proficiency with accounting software; experience with project-based systems is a significant plus.
Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and a problem-solving mindset.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

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