Location: Lombard, IL (On-site) Reports to: President
Chicago-area food service management company is seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. Based at our headquarters in the Western Suburbs, this high-impact role is ideal for a dynamic finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, multi-site, service-based environment.
About the Role
The CFO will play a transformational role in defining the future of the organization, driving financial sustainability, scaling operations, strengthening alignment between finance, procurement, IT, and operations, and supporting potential M&A activities. Reporting directly to the President, this individual will also work closely with the President and Board to shape long-term strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
Serve as a key advisor to the President on company-wide strategic planning.
Lead future-oriented forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning.
Drive M&A strategy and capital investment initiatives.
Represent finance at the Board level, presenting KPIs and strategic updates.
Financial Planning & Analysis
Oversee budgeting and financial reporting in partnership with operations and business development.
Provide in-depth financial insights to inform business decisions.
Improve cash flow forecasting and long-range planning.
Operational Oversight & Compliance
Lead (and directly support) day-to-day accounting (A/P, A/R, payroll, GL, close process).
Streamline financial operations for greater efficiency and accuracy.
Maintain GAAP compliance and internal controls.
Purchasing & Procurement
Oversee purchasing strategies and align with culinary and vendor partnerships.
Drive cost control and efficiency across procurement functions.
IT & Digital Infrastructure
Lead IT strategy and ensure systems support operational excellence.
Guide digital transformation projects and cybersecurity initiatives.
M&A and Capital Strategy
Manage all financial elements of M&A, from modeling to integration.
Identify funding opportunities and allocate resources for growth.
Team Development & Leadership
Lead and mentor a high-performing finance, IT, and procurement team.
Promote collaboration across Operations, HR, and Marketing teams.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA highly preferred
10+ years of senior-level finance leadership in multi-site, service-oriented sectors (food service, hospitality, or retail preferred)
Track record of success in scaling finance teams and driving business growth
Experience overseeing procurement, payroll, and IT teams is a strong advantage
Strong analytical, strategic, and communication skills
Deep understanding of GAAP, financial controls, M&A, and corporate governance
Sense of humor, humility, growth mindset, servant leadership approach and commitment to our core values
