Chief Finanial Officer / CFO

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Little Canada, MN (On‑site)
Company: Privately Held Company
Compensation: $160K–$180K + 10–20% bonus + strong benefits

About the Company

This privately held company has been in business since the 2000's and specializes in financing assets. Following the planned retirement, the company is seeking a hands‑on CFO to assume full ownership of the accounting and finance function.

Role Overview

The role will serve as the senior financial leader for the organization, owning day‑to‑day accounting while partnering closely with the CEO on financial strategy, portfolio performance, and business decision‑making.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Controller or Accounting & FP&A leader who enjoys working close to the numbers, has experience in asset‑based or financing environments, and values ownership, visibility, and impact over managing large teams.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Own the full accounting function, including general ledger, month‑end close, journal entries, reconciliations, AP/AR, payroll, and financial statement preparation


• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP


• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures


• Coordinate with external CPA firm for annual audit and tax filings


• Prepare sales tax and other required regulatory filings

Treasury, Banking & Portfolio Oversight

• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and short‑ and long‑term forecasting


• Prepare bank covenant reporting and serve as primary contact with lenders


• Support asset‑level accounting, depreciation, and portfolio performance analysis


• Provide insight into asset financing decisions, including lease vs. buy analysis

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis


• Develop meaningful financial reporting packages, KPIs, and dashboards for ownership


• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis to support pricing, portfolio decisions, and growth initiatives

Leadership & Collaboration

• Manage and develop two direct reports (cash management and financial reporting)


• Provide mentorship and hands‑on guidance while remaining actively involved in execution


• Partner closely with the CEO and interact with clients as needed


• Act as a trusted financial advisor to ownership in a small, entrepreneurial environment

Ideal Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)


• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience


• Prior experience as a Controller or in a role with full ownership of the accounting function


• Experience in asset‑based businesses, financing, leasing, investment management, or similarly complex environments strongly preferred

Why This Role

• True ownership of the finance and accounting function


• Direct visibility and partnership with the CEO and ownership


• Long transition period to ensure success


• Stable, profitable company with a strong asset base


• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a small, trusted leadership role