CFO / Business Operations Leader 16799967

<h2><strong>CFO / Business &amp; Operations Leader</strong></h2> <p><strong>Confidential | Professional Services Organization</strong></p> <p>We are conducting a confidential search for a <strong>CFO / Business &amp; Operations Leader</strong> to act as the top financial and operational executive for a professional services firm.</p> <p>This role goes beyond traditional finance — it’s for a leader who enjoys being the “glue” of the organization.</p> <p><strong>Core Focus Areas</strong></p> <ul> <li>Financial leadership: reporting, forecasting, cash management, and controls</li> <li>Operational leadership: overseeing back‑office functions and business operations</li> <li>Strategic partnership with ownership/partners on growth, efficiency, and risk</li> <li>Translating financial data into actionable business decisions</li> <li>Supporting a people‑centric, professional services culture</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ideal Profile</strong></p> <ul> <li>CFO, Head of Finance, or senior Controller experience within <strong>professional services</strong></li> <li>Demonstrated success leading finance <strong>and</strong> operations</li> <li>Comfortable in smaller environments where impact &gt; hierarchy</li> <li>Pragmatic, business‑minded, and approachable leadership style</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why This Role Stands Out</strong></p> <ul> <li>Trusted advisor role to leadership</li> <li>Long‑term impact on business direction</li> <li>High‑autonomy, low‑bureaucracy environment</li> </ul>