Chief Financial Officer - Manufacturing - Billerica, MA

• Are you ready for a CFO role at a medium-sized manufacturing business.
• In-office role

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic, medium-sized, private equity-backed manufacturing business headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts. With annual revenues of approximately $60 million and a dedicated workforce of 150 employees, the company operates with a clear vision for scalable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. As part of their strategic expansion, they are seeking a commercially minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the executive team and drive financial strategy in alignment with long-term goals.

Job Description

As Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal leadership role, working closely with the CEO and private equity sponsors to guide the financial direction of the business. You will oversee a small finance team, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while contributing to commercial and operational decision-making.

Main duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial and management reports to the executive team and PE stakeholders.
• Provide strategic financial insight to support business growth, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions to ensure financial stability.
• Oversee tax, audit, risk, and compliance functions, coordinating with external advisors as needed.
• Drive systems and process improvements to enhance scalability and reporting accuracy.
• Support M&A activity, due diligence, and integration efforts as directed by ownership.
• Lead and develop a lean, high-performing finance team, promoting a culture of accountability and excellence.

This is NOT a remote/ hybrid role and required an in office presence, 5 days/ week. Those seeking HYBRID or REMOTE roles need not apply.

Should you be interested in applying for this opportunity, please do so today using the link provided!

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical excellence, leadership, and commercial acumen:

• CPA or MBA preferred but not required.
• Proven experience as a CFO or VP of Finance within a manufacturing or industrial business, ideally PE-backed.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience operating in a growth-oriented, mid-market business environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage both internal stakeholders and external investors.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on capacity with a lean team.

What's on Offer

• Base Salary: $175,000
• Performance related bonus scheme
• Comprehensive benefits package
• High-impact leadership role within a growth-focused, PE-backed business
• Billerica based employer.

Contact

Tom Smith

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