4 results for Cfo in Chestertown, MD

CFO

Gibson Island, MD
onsite
Permanent
145000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
Our client is a complex small business serving an active and discerning clientele. They operate multiple entities, including those in the hospitality sector, and pride themselves on high-touch service and operational excellence. They are seeking a hands-on Controller / CFO to lead our finance function, interact closely with clients and operational teams, and build out the policies and procedures to support continued, sustainable growth.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee all accounting and finance functions across multiple entities, taking a hands-on role in day-to-day operations.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidated financial reporting for a complex business structure.</li><li>Partner with leadership to support operational and strategic initiatives, providing timely financial analysis and insights.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable reporting, taxation, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Build and mentor a small finance team, fostering continuous improvement and service excellence.</li><li>Report financial performance and KPIs to ownership and business stakeholders.</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for external accountants, auditors, banks, and other partners.</li><li>Collaborate with client-facing and hospitality teams to ensure a seamless experience for both internal and external constituencies.</li><li>Identify and implement process automation or system upgrades as business needs evolve.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Make a direct impact on company growth with the authority to shape finance and accounting functions.</li><li>Engage in collaborative, entrepreneurial work with a passionate team.</li><li>High visibility role with exposure to ownership and direct interaction with key clientele.</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package.</li></ul>
2026-03-23T00:00:00Z

CFO

Laurel, MD
onsite
Permanent
225000 - 275000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a dynamic CFO with strong construction industry experience to join their team just south of Columbia, MD. They are looking for a strategic leader who can oversee financial operations, provide executive‑level guidance, and drive company‑wide financial efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in WIP accounting, job costing, and financial reporting, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate insights to the executive team. The CFO will lead the Controller and the accounting/finance team, oversee payroll and core financial operations, and maintain strong project cost controls across the organization. This leader will work closely with operations and project management to ensure accurate project financials, protect margins, manage risk, and drive overall financial performance. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Partner with executive leadership to shape financial strategy and support key operational decisions.</li><li>Oversee all construction‑related financial functions, including WIP schedules, monthly financials, job costing, and percentage‑of‑completion revenue recognition.</li><li>Manage progress billings, change orders, subcontractor agreements, and retainage tracking to ensure accurate project financials.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and multi‑year financial planning.</li><li>Provide timely, accurate financial reporting and clearly communicate insights to ownership and senior leadership.</li><li>Present monthly financial results to executives, effectively explaining variances and answering operational and financial questions.</li><li>Monitor project performance by partnering with project managers on labor productivity, materials, subcontractor costs, and overall job profitability.</li><li>Establish and track KPIs related to profitability, efficiency, and cash flow.</li><li>Oversee the accounting team and key functions including AP/AR, payroll, month‑end close, and financial reporting.</li><li>Improve financial processes and leverage technology to strengthen visibility and scalability.</li><li>Utilize Vista as the primary accounting system.</li></ul>
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

VP of Finance

Newark, DE
onsite
Permanent
150000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
Growing client in the Newark, Delaware area seeks a VP of Finance with strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization while leading the financial planning and analysis process including annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning. This VP of Finance will also research and investigate financial data, analyze cash flows, develop and implement internal controls, provide financial insights and recommendations, support financial models and manage relationships with auditors, banks, insurance providers and other financial stakeholders. This VP of Finance will retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position ensuring all documents and filings meet federal and internal compliance obligations. Primary Responsibilities· Direct and oversee all aspects of accounting, finance, treasury, tax, and financial reporting· Create annual/quarterly financial strategic plan and budget· Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis· Provide insight on areas that need improvement· Identify and analyze financial risk· Assist with all audit and internal control operations· Ad-Hoc projects as needed· Support upper management as needed
2026-03-25T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Permanent
175000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Our client is looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Accounting to oversee and refine their accounting operations. This role is ideal for a driven individual who excels in managing multi-entity environments and delivering accurate financial insights. The Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance, mentoring a growing team, and contributing to the company’s financial strategy. This role is in the office 2-3 times a week in Baltimore, MD. Responsibilities:• Direct daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, month-end closings, reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports.• Develop and implement effective accounting processes, controls, and policies tailored to a dynamic, multi-entity organization.• Collaborate with FP&A, operations teams, and executive leadership to deliver timely and precise financial analysis and insights.• Oversee the integration of newly acquired entities, ensuring alignment of accounting policies and consolidation of financial statements.• Manage cash flow, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and fixed asset accounting.• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and maintain readiness for annual audits.• Lead, train, and support a growing team of accounting staff, including both remote and onsite personnel.• Assist in optimizing accounting systems and processes as the company scales, particularly within healthcare, multisite, or roll-up accounting platforms.• Prepare comprehensive materials for board meetings and maintain direct communication with private equity sponsors.
2026-03-27T00:00:00Z