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KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting
Westford, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
Chief Financial Officer

Location: Lowell, MA area - Onsite

Comp: $190K–$210K base bonus equity transaction bonus

A PE-backed manufacturing company ($20–30M revenue) seeking a hands-on CFO to partner directly with the CEO and lead the business through a potential transaction in the next 12–24 months. This is a high-impact, execution-focused role ideal for a Controller or VP of Finance stepping into their first CFO seat.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own financial strategy, KPIs, and 5-year planning
  • Lead FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and pricing/bid analysis
  • Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and capital structure
  • Oversee financial reporting, board presentations, and compliance (DCAA/DCMA)
  • Drive system improvements (NetSuite, Power BI)
  • Lead and develop a lean global finance team (U.S. & U.K.)
  • Support M&A activity and transaction readiness

Qualifications

  • Background as Controller, VP, or SVP of Finance (CFO experience welcome)
  • Manufacturing experience required (government/defense preferred)
  • Experience in small/mid-sized companies (
  • Strong P&L ownership and board-level exposure
  • CPA preferred
  • Systems: NetSuite, Power BI

  • Profile

    • High-energy, hands-on “player/coach”
    • Execution-driven with strong work ethic
    • Wants transaction experience and close CEO partnership
    • Not a passive CFO role—must be ready to roll up sleeves

    For more information and immediate consideration, email Ryan Bredin your resume to rbredin@kbwfinancial.com.

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