Chief Financial Officer

CFO

Pittsburgh, PA - Hybrid (3-4 days/week on site)

$225-250k plus bonus

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established, family-owned, global organization headquartered in Pittsburgh with additional operations across the U.S. and internationally. With over 50 years in business, this middle-market leader has experienced significant recent growth and is poised for continued expansion. Known for exceptional tenure, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a collaborative culture, this company offers an exciting opportunity for a strategic finance executive ready to make a meaningful impact.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the Finance, Accounting, and HR functions for North American operations. This executive will play a critical role in shaping the company's financial strategy, working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and operations to drive performance and profitability. Reporting directly to the CEO and collaborating closely with the Global CFO and the Board, this position is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial functions for North America, including accounting, FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, P&L oversight, and financial reporting.
• Partner with commercial leaders (sales and marketing) to support growth initiatives and data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive reporting packages and dashboards to provide business insights and strategic recommendations to leadership and the board.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of 10–15 professionals across finance, accounting, and HR.
• Lead and enhance the HR function, ensuring alignment with business goals and talent development.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and reporting requirements.
• Manage internal controls, risk management, and audit processes.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration efforts as the company explores growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Global CFO and other international stakeholders on global finance initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred.
• 10–20 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, ideally within distribution or construction sectors.
• Prior experience as a Controller, Director of Finance, VP of Finance, or CFO in a middle-market organization.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a collaborative environment.
• Strong background in both accounting operations and strategic financial planning.
• Experience supporting sales and marketing teams with data-driven insights and forecasting.
• High level of integrity, initiative, and the ambition to grow into broader executive responsibilities.