CFO

Job description

CFO / Controller Location: Brooklyn, NY Compensation: 175k + Bonus + Benefits Full time in office A growing financial and workforce solutions organization is seeking a hands-on CFO / Controller to oversee accounting, financial operations, compliance, and process improvement initiatives. This role requires a strong leader who can provide strategic financial guidance while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities Lead all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities. Oversee compliance, tax-related operations, audits, banking relationships, and internal controls. Manage regulatory reporting and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local requirements. Develop financial reporting, KPIs, and performance metrics to support executive decision-making. Improve operational workflows, scalability, and process efficiency across multiple departments. Lead and develop finance and compliance teams, establishing accountability and best practices. Implement and optimize systems, automation, and reporting tools. Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and risk management. Qualifications CPA preferred. 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience. Strong background in compliance-heavy, multi-state environments. Experience overseeing accounting operations, tax compliance, financial controls, and process improvement initiatives. Proven ability to build teams, improve workflows, and support organizational growth. Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Hands-on mentality with the ability to balance strategic oversight and operational execution. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a highly operational finance leader who can build scalable processes, strengthen controls, improve efficiencies, and serve as a key partner to executive leadership. Experience managing complex compliance, financial operations, and multi-state business environments is highly preferred.