DescriptionPEPI - CFO Services - Senior DirectorOVERVIEW:AandM CFO Services work with private equity held portfolio companies and provide our clients with solutions to preserve and generate value for their businesses. Our goal is to improve transparency to key drivers and business performance, to support increasing cash and EBITDA, and to provide benefits through hands-on involvement in our clients' operations. Our job is to support PE firms to ensure their portfolio companies have credible plans and the ability to execute and deliver financial outcomes.CFO Services Provides the following pillar of services:
Liquidity and Working Capital Optimization
Strategic Analytics and Planning
Performance Measurement and Management
Business Transformation
Auxiliary Services: Accounting RemediationPROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS:Hypothesis / Scope Development
Connect with Private Equity and client's Executive team to facilitate information gathering and ensure all relevant data are considered and pursued
Assess critical issues given the organizational challenges and identify a path forward for the client
Challenge analyses and conclusions to ensure they are complete, accurate, fact-based, and reflective of the situation
Identify holes in analyses that lead to a disconnect between solution recommendation and results
Apply industry and functional knowledge identify business drivers and issues
Ability to understand the sources and drivers of value creation within the industry and companyProject Management and Implementation
Develop complex business improvement plans and lead all projects independently
Deliver on Private Equity focused initiatives (Interim Management Roles, Liquidity Management, Business Transformation, Performance Improvement, and Accounting Remediation)
Proactively manage client's expectations, risk management; maintain and develop client relationships for long term opportunities
Convince senior management and board members key business focus, obtain buy in of implementation plans
Anticipates risks and obstacles, and be vigilant and diligent about reassessing issues and risks as plans and approach change
Identify finance and accounting weakness in the organization and provide remediation going forwardLeadership
Apply industry expertise pragmatically to engage in developing and delivering creative solutions
Take accountability for both client relationship management and team deliverables
Drive client and team to a sense of urgency relative to critical issues
Assign appropriate resources, removes barriers, and monitor project outcomesFinancial Acumen
Experience in the role of CFO with a track record of driving and delivering value to the business
Experience in the role of Controllership, Finance and Accounting Advisory ServicesACCREDIDATION /EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of accredited 4-year college / university with educational concentration in relevant areas (accounting, finance, economics) preferred but not required
Over 12 years of experience related to: Accounting / Finance, Financial Due Diligence, Restructuring, Investment Banking or Private Equity
Prior experience as CFO in Private Equity Backed Portfolio Companies preferred
Possess a track record of successfully delivering complex projects, lead holistic performance improvement projects
Complete proficiency in understanding financial models, data analytics, and presentation skills
CPA, CFA, MBA, or Master's Degree Preferred but not Required#LI-LS1The salary range is $175,000-$275,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, AandM offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity