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Vessel Advisors

Fractional CFO

Irvine, CA · On-site

Vessel Advisors is a dynamic and forward-thinking accounting firm that specializes in providing ... As a Fractional CFO, you will work closely with businesses of different sizes (primarily SMBs of $5 ...

Vessel Advisors

Fractional CFO

Irvine, CA · On-site

Vessel Advisors is a dynamic and forward-thinking accounting firm that specializes in providing ... As a Fractional CFO, you will work closely with businesses of different sizes (primarily SMBs of $5 ...

The Chemours Company

Global EHS Leader

Wilmington, DE · On-site

Advise the CEO and Board of Directors on EHS risk, regulatory compliance, and emerging issues (including climate & environmental stressors, process safety and workplace safety and occupational health ...

Ascent CFO Solutions, LLC

Interim CFO

$120 - $140/hr

Interim Chief Financial Officer (1099 Contractor) Ascent CFO Solutions At Ascent CFO Solutions, we ... In this 1099 contractor role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients ...

Workato

Chief Strategic Architect

Boston, NY · Hybrid

The Chief Strategic Architect operates at the nexus of technical credibility, executive influence ... It is a strategic, hybrid operator-advisor-influencer position. You will act as an extension of the ...

Capital Health Plan

Chief of Staff

Tallahassee, FL · On-site

Chief of Staff will act as a key advisor and right-hand to the CEO, facilitating decision-making, managing priorities, and ensuring seamless execution of company-wide goals. Minimum Qualifications:

CFS

Chief Financial Officer

Delaware, OH

$110K - $125K/yr

Key Responsibilities of the CFO: * Advise CEO on financial and operational strategy * Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning * Support board reporting and finance/audit committees

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Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

The Workplace Advisors

East Syracuse, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - United Radio<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>
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Founded in 1923, United Radio has been delivering high\-quality remanufacturing and repair solutions to electronics manufacturers around the world for over a century. With deep partnerships in the automotive, consumer electronics, and two\-way communications industries, the company has earned a national reputation as a trusted, integrated solutions provider. United Radio is driven by a vision to set the standard for innovative responses to emerging technology needs, and its purpose is rooted in providing consistent, professional service to the after\-market electronics marketplace. With one of the largest repair facilities in the country and a strong commitment to empowering its workforce, United Radio fosters a supportive environment where employees thrive and long\-term careers flourish.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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We are now seeking a seasoned and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all aspects of financial management and help position the organization for continued growth and innovation. The CFO will be a critical member of the executive team, responsible for driving financial decision\-making across departments, optimizing asset allocation, leading a high\-performing finance team, and helping shape long\-term financial strategy.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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The ideal candidate will be a results\-oriented financial executive with a strong track record of managing complex financial operations and guiding data\-driven decision\-making. This individual must bring sharp business acumen, the ability to build strong cross\-functional partnerships, and a strategic mindset. Success in this role requires demonstrated experience in financial oversight, asset management, and team leadership, along with the creativity to support evolving business needs through adaptive financial strategies. We're looking for someone to lead and advise on strategic growth through new geographies, industries and market opportunities.  Excellent communication, inclusive leadership, and a collaborative approach are essential to fostering trust and driving organizational success.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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The CFO leads and manages the organization's financial operations, ensuring alignment between fiscal management and overall business objectives. This highly\-strategic role is responsible for overseeing financial planning and analysis, optimizing asset utilization, guiding the finance team, and contributing to long\-term strategic direction. The CFO collaborates closely with internal departments and external partners, and serves as a key advisor to the executive team. This position reports to the CEO and plays a critical role in supporting sustainable growth and operational excellence across the organization.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    United Radio seeks a candidate who possesses:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and inspire high\-performing teams through transparent and inclusive leadership<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage cross\-functional teams and external partners<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Experience collaborating with executive leadership to align financial strategy with business growth objectives, capital structure, and investment decisions<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Executive\-level financial leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing or related industries<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Strategic thinker with creative insight to drive financial innovation and adaptability in a dynamic business environment<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Strong expertise in asset management, cash flow optimization, tax compliance, and overseeing shared service allocations<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Proven track record in finance, including financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation across complex organizations<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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        Team Leadership & Relationship Management<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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        • Lead and inspire the team by setting departmental goals and overseeing daily operations<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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        • Facilitate regular meetings and collaborate with the team to develop and execute financial plans, forecasts, and budgets<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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        • Model core values through transparent and inclusive leadership that supports individual and team growth<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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          Financial Management<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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          • Collaborate with internal departments on all financial matters including expenditures and resource allocation<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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          • Manage external banking and finance relationships to ensure fiscal health and strategic alignment<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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          • Apply a critical, strategic lens to all financial decision\-making to support company\-wide objectives<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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            Financial Strategy & Creative Insight<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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            • Collaborate with the executive team to align financial strategy with business growth objectives<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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            • Contribute to decisions related to capital structure, investment strategy, and financial innovation<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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            • Champion new opportunities to support adaptability and long\-term organizational growth<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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              Asset Management<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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              • Oversee and conduct ongoing financial analysis to identify opportunities for improved cash flow and asset allocation<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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              • Review and present budgets, manage the allocation of shared services, and ensure tax compliance<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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              • Provide financial oversight across real estate entities and drive efficiency in resource utilization<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                  The next CFO should demonstrate the following <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>professional competencies<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/span>:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                  • Personal Accountability<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> \-  Being answerable for personal actions<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                  • Conceptual Thinking<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> \- <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>Analyzing hypothetical situations to formulate new insights<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                  • Creativity & Innovation <\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>\- Creating new approaches, processes, technologies and\/or systems to achieve desired results<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                  • Interpersonal Skills<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> \-<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>Effectively communicating, building rapport, and relating well to all kinds of people<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                  • Teamwork <\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>\- Cooperating with others to meet objectives<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                    The successful candidate should also exhibit the following <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>behavioral traits<\/span><\/span><\/i><\/span><\/span>:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                    • Interaction<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> \- Frequent communication and engagement with others<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                    • People Oriented <\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>\-<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span>Building rapport with a wide range of people<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                    • Consistent<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> \- Predictable performance in repetitive situations<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                    • Customer Oriented<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> \- Identification and fulfillment of customer expectations<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                    • Persistence<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/span><\/span> \- Finishing tasks despite challenges or resistance  <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                        United Radio offers a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package to include: <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                        • Salary plus bonus opportunities<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                            The Workplace Advisors<\/u><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a> is facilitating this search process and will begin accepting applications immediately. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                            • A current resume.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                            • A cover letter detailing leadership experience and strategic accomplishments.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                              All inquiries relating about this search should be directed to Lisa Ritchie, The Workplace Advisors: <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> lisa@theworkplaceadvisors.com<\/u><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a>.  <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                              Please note, all applicants for this position will be kept strictly confidential by The Workplace Advisors and United Radio.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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