A well-establish food manufacturer based in Southern California is seeking a hands-on, strategic, and operational minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial future of company. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO will oversee all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), risk management, and corporate strategy support. The CFO will play a critical role in driving profitable growth, enhancing systems and controls, and delivering timely, accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Executive Team on business planning, investment strategy, and long-term growth initiatives.
• Drive company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Ensure integrity of financial statements and compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Operational Finance & Controls
• Oversee all accounting functions including AR/AP, payroll, GL, and monthly closings with strict adherence to a 10-day close deadline.
• Maintain internal controls to ensure the accuracy of financial information and prevent fraud.
• Lead ERP implementation and optimization (Microsoft Business Central), ensuring real-time visibility and integration across departments.
• Cash & Risk Management
• Manage company cash flow, credit facilities, insurance, and banking relationships.
• Develop strategies for working capital optimization and cost control.
• Ensure the company is adequately protected from financial and operational risks.
• Leadership & Team Development
• Build, coach, and mentor a high-performing Finance and Accounting team.
• Establish performance metrics and accountability across departments.
• Stakeholder & Investor communication
• Lead board reporting, investor relations, and audit committee presentations.
• Support M&A, capital raises, and potential partnership evaluations.

***Salary Range $200-250K (DOE), FULL BENEFITS, BONUS, 401K, RELOCATION ASSISTANCE, and more.***

**Actual placement within compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors.**

 

Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally in food manufacturing, CPG, or high-growth environments.
• Proven track record of leading finance departments in fast-paced, operationally intensive
• companies.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and ERP systems (Business Central experience a plus).
• Experience working directly with founders, boards, and external partners (banks, auditors,
• investors).
• Hands-on leadership style with a bias for action, urgency, and accuracy.

Expectations

• Full onsite presence.
• Highly responsive and collaborative across cross-functional departments.
• Upholds Company’s values: accountability, transparency, and a relentless drive for excellence.
• Willing to roll up sleeves and lead by example—this is not a “desk only” role.

Please contact Tami Lister, tlister@producecareers.com

Compensation: $200,000-$250,000 DOE