Chief Financial Officer
Ashland, PA
Direct Hire
$170-200k

*Position is fully onsite
*Qualifies for equity bonus
*No relocation, local candidates only

Kelly is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to work with our client, a private equity-backed and multi-site manufacturing organization based in Ashland, on a direct hire basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a world class, high integrity, and modern manufacturer that has been successful for over 140 years!

The Chief Financial Officer will:

• Report to the Chief Executive Officer
  

• Provide executive financial leadership for multiple operating companies, including oversight of all accounting, financial planning, reporting, and financial operations
  

• Develop and execute the organization’s financial strategy in alignment with business objectives and ownership goals
  

• Oversee consolidated financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
  

• Lead capital planning, including evaluation of major equipment purchases, facility investments, and strategic expansion initiatives
  

• Manage banking relationships, debt structure, credit facilities, and financing strategies
  

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making at the executive and ownership level
  

• Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, and liquidity planning
  

• Direct and ensure accuracy of financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations
  

• Oversee internal controls, audit processes, and risk management strategies
  

• Partner with operational leadership to evaluate performance, pricing impacts, cost structure, and profitability across all locations
  

• Review and approve major financial initiatives, investments, and cost structure changes
  

• Lead financial communications with ownership, Board of Directors (if applicable), auditors, lenders, and external stakeholders
  

• Oversee tax strategy coordination with external advisors and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
  

• Provide executive leadership to the Controller and finance team, including organizational structure, performance management, and talent development
  

• Drive financial system strategy, including ERP optimization and data integrity across the organization
  

• Evaluate mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships as applicable
  

• Establish financial policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to ensure consistency and control across all entities
  

• Support operational leadership in improving profitability, efficiency, and financial performance metrics

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
  

• 10+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, including Controller or senior finance leadership roles in a manufacturing environment
  

• CPA and/or MBA preferred
  

• Demonstrated experience in capital planning, financial strategy, and multi-entity financial oversight
  

• Deep knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, financial planning, and corporate finance
  

• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, cost accounting, and multi-location financial management
  

• Knowledge of capital markets, banking, credit structures, and financing strategies
  

• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen with ability to translate financial data into actionable business decisions
  

• Advanced leadership skills with ability to guide senior leaders and influence organizational direction
  

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and complex problem-solving abilities
  

• Ability to evaluate enterprise risk and develop mitigation strategies
  

• Strong communication and presentation skills, including ability to communicate with ownership, Board members, and external stakeholders
  

• Proficiency with financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced financial modeling tools
  

• Ability to lead organizational change and drive cross-functional alignment
  

• Strong negotiation skills with external financial institutions and partners
  

• High level of judgment and decision-making capability in complex and high-impact situations

Interviews are happening now! If qualified and interested, please apply to this posting ASAP or directly send your resume to SARP028@kellyfinance.com.

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