CFO/Controller - Philadelphia

About Kreischer Miller:

Our goal is to find the best fit for an organization – top-tier executives who will make an immediate and long-term positive impact on a company. Our RES Group has a proven track record of locating talented senior-level executives. We are proud to be a perennial name on Philadelphia Business Journal’s list of Top 10 Retained Search Firms.

About The Function:

Our client, a respected Philadelphia-based manufacturing business, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/Controller who thrives in a VERY hands-on small company environment. This is your chance to make a significant impact while working closely with ownership and the entire team to shape the company's future.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Be a Leader: Handle all financial operations, from accounting to the upcoming Microsoft Dynamics implementation, and help drive the company's strategic vision.
• Collaborate with Ownership: Consult directly with the owners on business strategy and operational best practices.
• Broad Scope: Your role will include financial reporting, cost analysis, cash management, HR administration, IT oversight, and more.
• Innovate: Lead the charge in modernizing processes, including ERP system implementation.
• Family Culture: Work in a close-knit environment with many long term employees where your contributions truly matter.

• Handle all the day-to-day accounting functions, including month/year-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Communicate results regularly with local and international ownership.
• Conduct product cost analyses and generate monthly KPI reports.
• Maintain banking relationships, cash flow, and payroll/benefit administration.
• Oversee IT systems and manage relationships with external vendors.
• Prepare budgets and interface with auditors for financial and tax reporting.

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s in Accounting or related field with 15+ years of experience.
• Industry Expertise: Background in manufacturing and working in a small or family owned business/ Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.) and experience with Microsoft Dynamics.
• Leadership: Analytical and critical thinker and someone who fosters collaboration across departments.
• Hands-On: Comfortable working independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• - Opportunity to lead in a thriving, successful small business with a “Philly-thing” vibe.
• Great work life balance.
• Influence key decisions while modernizing processes and systems.
• Only LOCAL candidates legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship can be considered at this time
• Target Compensation of $150,000.00