CFO - Chief Financial Officer

Robert Half - Lafayette, IN

Full-time - Senior

Lafayette, IN

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking a strategic and visionary interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a manufacturing client in Lafayette, Indiana. This role is focused on delivering accurate financial forecasting, leading debt restructuring processes, and enhancing banking relationships while providing insights into process and policy improvements. This is a short-term contract position.

Responsibilities

• Direct strategic business plans and deliver accurate forecasting
• Utilize forecasting and budgeting skills to effectively manage the company's financial resources
• Utilize network to bring strong banking relationships to the table
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with banks for debt restructuring
• Lead process improvement initiatives and implement new processes as needed
• Lead the finance and accounting team to provide strategic financial insights and recommendations
• Develop and implement financial strategies, including cost identification and allocation, and revenue/expense analysis
• Oversee long-term budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with the company's strategic plan
• Engage with senior executives to identify their needs and provide a full range of business solutions
• Apply knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) to business operations

Requirements

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; advanced degree such as an MBA or CPA certification is preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a senior financial managerial position, preferably in the manufacturing industry
• Proven experience in forecasting, budgeting, and rolling forecast
• Demonstrated ability in debt restructuring/financing and managing business banking relationships
• Strong knowledge of financial policies and procedures, and experience in implementing them
• Proven ability in business process improvement and process implementation
• Excellent networking skills and ability to build strong relationships
• Experience in accounting management and manufacturing cost accounting
• Proficient in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and various financial software applications
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively, and delegate

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree such as an MBA or CPA certification

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan