<p><strong>Lead Financial Strategy. Drive Operational Excellence. Shape the Future.</strong></p><p>Are you a strategic finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>accounting & finance leader</strong> to take ownership of the financial operations, guide long-term planning, and help drive sustainable growth in a start-up environment. </p><p>In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination, and compliance while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. If you’re passionate about transforming financial insights into smart business decisions, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage all functions of the finance department, including accounting, reporting, and audit activities</li><li>Develop and execute financial strategies that align with company goals and support long-term growth</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements and key reports to senior leadership and the board</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to monitor performance and identify opportunities</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations, standards, and internal controls</li><li>Partner with external auditors and support audit readiness and execution</li><li>Drive process improvements that enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and scalability</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to support business operations, planning, and corporate finance initiatives</li><li>Mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership for our organization in Toledo, Ohio. This executive role will guide fiscal planning, strengthen financial controls, and support sustainable growth through sound decision-making and operational partnership. The CFO will work closely with senior leadership to oversee financial performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and align resources with organizational priorities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the organization’s financial strategy by directing budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and long-range planning initiatives.<br>• Oversee core finance functions, including accounting, cash management, accounts payable, receivables, billing, collections, and financial counseling operations.<br>• Prepare and monitor annual departmental and divisional budgets, ensuring spending aligns with business goals and financial targets.<br>• Provide accurate financial analysis and performance updates to executive leadership and board committees, including reporting on receivables and overall fiscal health.<br>• Establish and maintain strong internal controls, audit readiness, and compliant financial practices across the organization.<br>• Guide revenue cycle performance by improving collection processes, monitoring cash flow, and evaluating reserves for doubtful accounts and bad debt.<br>• Partner with operational leaders to support strategic initiatives, growth planning, and financially informed decision-making.<br>• Set measurable performance objectives for finance-related teams and promote continuous improvement across financial services functions.<br>• Mentor and develop finance staff by fostering accountability, collaboration, and ongoing growth.