About This Role
Job Summary:
The Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides financial leadership and oversight for the organization during a transitional period. This role manages financial operations, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and supports executive decision-making. The Interim CFO oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal controls, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance. This position is responsible for maintaining financial stability and supporting the transition to a permanent CFO.
This role will work a sporadic and fluctuating schedule.
Job Duties:
- Manages all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
- Oversees preparation and analysis of financial statements and management reports
- Develops and implements financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Manages cash flow, treasury, and banking relationships
- Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and supports external audits
- Advises leadership on financial strategy and risk management
- Leads and mentors finance team members
- Coordinates with other departments to support organizational objectives
- Presents financial results and recommendations to executive leadership
- Supports transition planning and knowledge transfer to permanent CFO
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, required
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, preferred
Experience:
- Seven (7) or more years of progressive experience in financial management, required
- Three (3) or more years in a senior financial leadership role, required
- Experience in interim or transitional executive roles, preferred
- Experience in public accounting or professional services, preferred
- License(s)/Certification(s):
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), required
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), preferred
Software:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, required
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite), preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to lead and motivate teams
* High level of integrity and professionalism
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $75.00/hr - $105.00/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75.00/hr - $105.00/hr
Maryland Range: $75.00/hr - $105.00/hr
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits\* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:
- Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
- Empowering team members to explore their full potential
- Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
- Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
- Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
- BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!
- Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
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