We are looking for an accomplished Interim CFO to provide senior-level financial leadership for a contract engagement in Chico, California. This position will partner with executive stakeholders to guide fiscal strategy, improve financial visibility, and support informed business decisions. The role calls for a hands-on leader who can oversee core accounting operations while strengthening controls, planning processes, and team effectiveness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Advise executive leadership on financial strategy, resource allocation, and business decisions that align with organizational goals.<br>• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, internal reports, and budget materials, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timely completion.<br>• Drive the annual budgeting process and longer-term forecasting efforts, using financial trends and variance analysis to recommend adjustments.<br>• Manage cash flow planning, debt oversight, and broader financial modeling to support stability and responsible growth.<br>• Coordinate audits, tax-related activities, regulatory compliance, insurance administration, and internal control oversight.<br>• Lead day-to-day accounting and finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement coordination, and month-end close.<br>• Develop and monitor key financial and operational metrics to identify opportunities for process improvement and stronger performance.<br>• Mentor and lead the finance team, building accountability, collaboration, and career growth across the function.

<p>• 10-15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including executive-level financial leadership responsibilities.</p><p>• Strong background in finance, accounting operations, and full cycle accounting within complex business environments.</p><p>• Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and general accounting practices.</p><p>• Ability to create clear financial reports and present insights to executives and other key stakeholders.</p><p>• Proven leadership skills with experience managing, coaching, and developing accounting or finance teams.</p><p>• Knowledge of cash management, internal controls, audit coordination, and regulatory compliance requirements.</p><p>• Strong client and stakeholder management abilities, with a practical and solutions-oriented approach.</p><p>• Experience overseeing bookkeeping functions, operational finance activities, and process improvements.</p>

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