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10 results for Cfo in Wallingford, CT

CFO
  • Newington, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>CFO- Newington area</strong></p><p><strong>Hybrid Schedule Available!</strong></p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><strong>Reference ID:</strong> BR0013384991</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is a growing, private equity–backed manufacturing organization with multiple operating sites across the US. They are a market leader in their sector, serving diverse industrial customers with high-quality, engineered products. As they continue to scale organically and through acquisition, they are seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer to help drive operational excellence, financial performance, and enterprise value creation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The CFO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for all financial strategy, planning, reporting, and risk management activities across a multi-site manufacturing platform. This leader will partner closely with the CEO, private equity sponsors, and the Board of Directors to drive profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings deep manufacturing industry experience, a strong operational finance background, ERP implementation expertise, and prior CFO-level leadership within a private equity–backed environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Strategic Leadership</p><ul><li>Lead enterprise-wide financial strategy aligned with growth and value creation objectives.</li><li>Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Board, providing actionable financial insights.</li><li>Support M&amp;A strategy, including financial diligence, integration, and synergy tracking.</li></ul><p>Financial Management &amp; Reporting</p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting, financial reporting, FP&amp;A, treasury, tax, and compliance functions.</li><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple sites.</li><li>Manage multi-entity consolidations and ensure timely, accurate reporting.</li><li>Develop KPI dashboards and operational metrics aligned with manufacturing performance drivers.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and governance.</li></ul><p>Private Equity &amp; Board Engagement</p><ul><li>Prepare and deliver board-ready financial presentations.</li><li>Lead lender and investor communications, including covenant reporting.</li><li>Drive EBITDA growth initiatives and working capital optimization.</li><li>Support capital structure strategy and liquidity management.</li></ul><p>Operational Finance</p><ul><li>Partner with operations leadership to improve margins, cost controls, and throughput.</li><li>Oversee standard costing, inventory management, and cost accounting processes.</li><li>Drive data-driven decision-making across production, supply chain, and procurement.</li></ul><p>ERP &amp; Systems Leadership</p><ul><li>Lead ERP implementation, optimization, or system upgrades across multiple sites.</li><li>Ensure integration of financial and operational data systems.</li><li>Improve reporting automation and business intelligence capabilities.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-13T00:00:00Z
CFO
  • New London, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Mission-Driven Healthcare Organization</strong></p><p>&#128205; <em>New London County, CT (Onsite with flexibility)</em></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full Time/Permanent Position</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact</strong>: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf</p><p><strong>Reference</strong>: SF0013345346</p><p><br></p><p>A long-standing healthcare organization is hiring a <strong>Chief Financial Officer</strong> to lead its finance, grants, and revenue cycle operations. This is a rare opportunity to step into a well-run department with a strong team and a highly supportive leadership group. The retiring CFO has built a strong financial foundation and will remain onboard to ensure a smooth, hands-on transition.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What Makes This Role Appealing</strong></p><ul><li>Organization is financially healthy and poised for continued growth</li><li>Exceptional work/life balance and a supportive, people-first culture</li><li>Highly mission-driven environment—impactful work </li><li>Strong benefits, 401(k) with employer contribution, and generous PTO package</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning</li><li>Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit compliance</li><li>Direct grants budgeting, monitoring, and financial stewardship of federal/state funding</li><li>Provide leadership to the revenue cycle team to maximize reimbursement and ensure billing compliance</li><li>Serve as a financial advisor to the CEO and senior leadership; present to the Board, Finance Committee, and Audit Committee</li><li>Drive process improvements, technology optimization, and data transparency across the finance function</li></ul><p><b>Requirements: </b></p><ul><li>CPA or MBA/Master&#39;s Degree is highly preferred </li><li>Executive finance leadership experience </li><li>Experience in healthcare and/or nonprofit environments</li><li>Confident communicator comfortable partnering with the Board, committees, auditors, lenders, and senior leadership</li><li>Blend of corporate and nonprofit experience is a plus</li></ul><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above and reference SF0013345346.</p><p>All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.</p>
  • 2026-02-11T00:00:00Z
CFO - Chief Financial Officer
  • Springfield, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team in the greater Springfield, MA area. This is a long-term contract position ideal for a highly skilled financial leader with expertise in municipal finance and operational management. The CFO will oversee financial activities, ensure compliance with fiscal policies, and play a key role in strategic planning and interdepartmental initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct and manage all financial operations, including budgeting, cash flow analysis, and capital management.</p><p>• Develop and implement fiscal policies and procedures to ensure efficient financial management and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, capital plans, and external audits.</p><p>• Collaborate with department heads to align financial strategies with organizational goals.</p><p>• Lead contract negotiations and labor agreements, ensuring favorable outcomes for the municipality.</p><p>• Supervise financial reporting processes and ensure accuracy and transparency in all financial documents.</p><p>• Manage government grants and ensure proper allocation of funds for municipal projects.</p><p>• Provide strategic guidance on city, capital, and operational expenditures.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance business systems to improve financial and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Ownership of the General and Operating funds.</p><p>• Act as a key advisor on interdepartmental initiatives and special projects.</p>
  • 2026-03-05T00:00:00Z
Director of Finance
  • New Haven, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Finance Director, New Haven Area</strong></p><p><strong>Contact: </strong>Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013384966</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is a local municipality in the greater New Haven area and is seeking an experienced, strategic, and ethical finance professional to serve as its next <strong>Finance Director</strong>. This executive-level position is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and oversight of the Town’s financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity, transparency, and long-term financial sustainability.</p><p>The Finance Director serves as a key member of the Town’s leadership team and works closely with the Town Manager, elected officials, department heads, auditors, and the community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Direct and oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, treasury management, purchasing, and financial reporting.</li><li>Develop and manage the Town’s annual operating and capital budgets.</li><li>Provide long-range financial forecasting and strategic financial planning.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Town Manager and Town Council.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Coordinate and oversee annual independent audits and implement recommendations.</li><li>Manage cash flow, investments, debt issuance, and bond compliance.</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.</li><li>Supervise and mentor finance department staff.</li><li>Present financial information clearly to elected officials and the public.</li><li>Support grant administration and financial reporting for externally funded programs.</li></ul>
  • 2026-03-05T00:00:00Z
Director of Finance
  • Darien, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Director of Finance </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Step into a pivotal finance leadership role with a well-established, family-owned restaurant and real estate investment group in Connecticut. This is a <strong>high-impact position reporting directly to ownership</strong>, ideal for a hands-on finance leader who wants visibility, influence, and the ability to make decisions that matter every day.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role Matters</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Direct Influence:</strong> Partner with ownership to guide financial strategy, strengthen profitability, and drive operational excellence.</li><li><strong>Multi-Entity Exposure:</strong> Oversee finance across both restaurant and real estate operations.</li><li><strong>High-Impact Work:</strong> Provide actionable insights for pricing, cost control, and investment decisions.</li><li><strong>Leadership Opportunity:</strong> Lead a small team and shape the structure, discipline, and accountability of the finance function.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage accounting and finance operations, including reporting, payroll, AP/AR, and reconciliations.</li><li>Develop budgets, forecasts, and multi-entity financial plans.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and optimize liquidity across the business.</li><li>Translate restaurant metrics—labor, food cost, margins—into actionable insights.</li><li>Build financial models for acquisitions, capital projects, and operational initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Base salary: $130,000-150,000+ (commensurate with experience)</li><li>Performance-based bonus potential</li><li>Benefits package included</li></ul><p>This role is for a <strong>finance leader who wants to be seen, heard, and have real impact</strong>.</p>
  • 2026-02-23T00:00:00Z
Accountant (Corp HQ, C Suite exposure)
  • Stamford, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accountant (Corp HQ, C Suite exposure)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client a global fortune 1000 firm (next to train station) is adding to their finance team. This is a core corp accounting role and works closely with the senior accountants focusing on financial reporting: month-end close, journal entries, accountant recs, as well as management analytics, and audit support. The firm is known for a top notch professional environment, and a nice work / life balance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Perform account reconciliation tasks, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in financial records</p><p>• Contribute to the consolidation of financial reports, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards</p><p>• Provide assistance in audit processes, offering necessary support to ensure smooth execution</p><p>• Leverage skills in Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for performing various accounting tasks</p><p>• Actively participate in management reporting analytics, providing insights for decision-making</p><p>• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and up-to-date.</p>
  • 2026-02-13T00:00:00Z
Fund Accountant
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Fund Accountant | Hybrid (Stratford, CT)</strong></p><p><strong>Reference:</strong> AD0013393078</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Exciting opportunity with a growing, privately held asset management firm in Fairfield County that focuses on exchange-traded products and alternative investment strategies. The firm has experienced strong AUM growth and continues to expand its platform. This role offers the chance to join a collaborative, high-performing fund accounting team with flexibility, strong leadership, and long-term growth potential.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><ul><li>Fund accounting support for <strong>open-ended and evergreen funds</strong>, including hedge, credit, and other alternative investment products</li><li>Prepare NAV calculations, month-end close, and fund financial statements</li><li>Partner closely with Fund Controllers and senior leadership to ensure accurate and timely reporting</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency</li></ul><p><strong>The Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid work schedule with flexibility</li><li>Supportive, family-first team with reasonable hours (no micromanagement)</li><li>Small, high-growth firm with opportunities to expand your skills and responsibilities</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-27T00:00:00Z
Finance & Accounting Manager
  • Torrington, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Construction Accounting Manager Opportunity!</strong></p><p><strong>Torrington, CT area</strong></p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><strong>Reference ID:</strong> BR0013383093</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounting / Finance Manager to lead financial oversight and cost control functions within our growing construction client. This role is responsible for managing job cost accounting, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, budgeting and forecasting, and providing strategic financial insights to project management and executive leadership. The ideal candidate has strong construction or manufacturing industry experience and a deep understanding of job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and cost analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting and project profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Financial Management &amp; Reporting</p><ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage construction-specific accounting processes including job costing and revenue recognition.</li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Assist with external audits, tax preparation, and lender reporting requirements.</li></ul><p>Job Costing &amp; Project Financial Oversight</p><ul><li>Manage and maintain the integrity of the job cost system.</li><li>Review and analyze project budgets, committed costs, actual costs, and cost-to-complete estimates.</li><li>Monitor project performance and identify cost overruns, margin fade/gain, and risk areas.</li><li>Partner with Project Managers to ensure timely and accurate cost coding and forecasting.</li><li>Evaluate labor burden, equipment allocation, subcontractor costs, and change order tracking.</li></ul><p>Percentage-of-Completion (POC) &amp; WIP Reporting</p><ul><li>Prepare and review monthly Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.</li><li>Calculate and analyze revenue recognition under percentage-of-completion methodology.</li><li>Assess underbillings and overbillings.</li><li>Ensure accurate cost-to-complete projections and gross profit recognition.</li><li>Provide detailed variance analysis and margin reporting to leadership.</li></ul><p>Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Analysis</p><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.</li><li>Develop project-level and company-wide cash flow projections.</li><li>Conduct profitability analysis by project, division, and cost category.</li><li>Provide actionable financial insights to improve operational efficiency.</li><li>Support strategic planning and capital allocation decisions.</li></ul><p>Leadership &amp; Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff.</li><li>Improve accounting workflows, systems, and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Assist with ERP system optimization related to job cost modules.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, estimating, and project management teams.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-26T00:00:00Z
Director/Manager Financial Reporting
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 150000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Financial Reporting Manager – Hybrid (Hauppauge, Long Island, NY)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Anna Parson at Robert Half is seeking a motivated, analytical Financial Reporting Manager for a hybrid opportunity in Hauppauge, New York. </strong></p><p>This is an <strong>excellent opportunity for a finance leader with a background in manufacturing or distributio</strong>n to join a dynamic team and drive key reporting functions that are vital to organizational success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>As the Financial Reporting Manager, you will: </strong></p><ul><li>Direct the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring full compliance with US GAAP standards.</li><li>Manage monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting cycles, providing timely and accurate documentation.</li><li>Utilize your manufacturing or distribution industry expertise to deliver relevant insights in financial analyses and reporting.</li><li>Conduct thorough variance analysis, identifying trends and recommending areas for improvement.</li><li>Lead audit preparation, coordinating closely with both internal teams and external auditors.</li><li>Offer detailed variance explanations to support data-driven management decisions.</li><li>Develop and maintain enhanced management reporting tools for improved financial transparency.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline reporting operations and bolster efficiency.</li><li>Employ advanced Microsoft Excel skills to analyze, interpret, and present complex financial information.</li><li>Uphold compliance with federal regulations and industry best practices for financial reporting.</li><li>Contribute to the planning and execution of strategic financial initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join This Team as the Financial Reporting Manager?</strong></p><ul><li>Enjoy a flexible hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance.</li><li>Collaborate with sharp, skilled professionals across business units.</li><li>Make a real impact by applying your manufacturing or distribution experience in a visible leadership role.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Contact Anna Parson at Robert Half or Apply today for immediate and confidential consideration.</em></strong></p>
  • 2026-03-04T00:00:00Z
VP/Director of Finance
  • Hartford, CT
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 61.75 - 71.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced VP/Director of Finance to join our team in the Hartford area. As a key leader in financial strategy and governance, you will play a vital role in overseeing financial operations, reporting, and decision-making processes. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to drive performance, manage risk, and contribute to the organization&#39;s growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the development and implementation of annual budgets and financial forecasting processes.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting.</p><p>• Monitor and refine budget processes to align with organizational goals and objectives.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial reports, including cash flow forecasts, to support strategic planning.</p><p>• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess performance and identify opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Provide decision support through financial modeling and performance management insights.</p><p>• Manage cash flow and working capital to optimize financial health and mitigate risk.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial controls and reporting standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership to scale operations and support business growth initiatives.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.</p>
  • 2026-03-05T00:00:00Z