Chief Financial Officer

We are seeking a strategic and results driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all financial operations of the company. This executive role is a key partner to the CEO, Board of Directors, and Executive Team, playing a critical role in shaping and executing the company’s mission and long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures that align with the company’s overall objectives for growth, profitability, and sustainability.

Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes to support strategic decision-making.

Executive Advisory: Provide financial insights and recommendations on key business decisions, including mergers and acquisitions, capital investments, and financing strategies.

Reporting & Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

Cost Optimization: Analyze and manage manufacturing costs, materials, labor, and overhead to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

Cash & Risk Management: Oversee cash flow, liquidity planning, and risk mitigation strategies across credit, market, and operational domains.

Capital Management: Manage debt and equity financing activities to support the company’s financial health and growth initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with external partners, including financial institutions, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting required; CPA designation strongly preferred.

Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment.

Deep knowledge of financial accounting principles, planning, analysis, and reporting.

Proven experience with GAAP and regulatory frameworks such as Sarbanes-Oxley.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access) and financial systems/software.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Strong leadership and team development capabilities.

High integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

Excellent problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.

Benefits & Perks

This Role Offers a competitive base salary, plus comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental, 401(k) match. Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development and continuing education support

This is a full-time, on-site position. Relocation assistance is not provided.

If that sounds like you, please apply with your resume and cover letter (including salary requirements).

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a pre-employment screening process. The process is understood to encompass all forms of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to: 10 panel drug screen (includes screening for Marijuana), physical, criminal background, sex offender registry, education, training and licensing verification, employment history, and references.

It is the policy of Cotterman Company to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cotterman Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Professional development assistance

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Education:

- Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

- Financial Leadership: 10 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

- CPA License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Croswell, MI 48422 (Required)

Work Location: In person