Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Cullman, Alabama (Onsite)

Compensation: $180,000 – $210,000 + performance incentives (flexible based on experience)

An exciting and rapidly growing organization in Cullman, Alabama, is seeking a ChiefFinancial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. 

This is a high-impact opportunity for a strategic financial leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to play a key role in shaping the financial future of a successful and growing company.

The CFO will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership to drive financial strategy, strengthen financial controls, and oversee key finance and accounting functions across multiple teams within the organization.

This role is onsite in Cullman, AL, and is ideal for a rising finance leader, potentially with

Big 4 (PwC preferred) experience and a CPA, who is ready to step into a top financial leadership role.

This role requires professionals who bring substantive financial services experience within the past ~10 years, particularly in core financial accounting and financial reporting disciplines. In particular, we are interested in candidates who offer:

• Meaningful leadership experience in financial accounting and external financial reporting within a regulated financial services institution (e.g., banking, credit union, specialty finance).
• Direct responsibility for GAAP-based financial statements and reporting, with exposure to the complexity and judgment inherent in financial institutions.
• A strong technical accounting foundation, with demonstrated ability to apply and oversee accounting standards over time.
• Exposure to loan and credit-related accounting concepts sufficient to provide effective oversight and informed decision‑making (hands‑on lending execution is not required).
• Ongoing interaction across the audit ecosystem, including internal audit, external auditors, and regulators, reflecting an appreciation for controls, compliance, and governance.
• A career trajectory where financial reporting and accounting experience remains a core strength over the last decade, rather than experience primarily concentrated earlier in their career.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute the company's financial strategy and long-term growth initiatives

Provide financial insights that support key business decisions, investments, and operational improvements

Lead financial planning, forecasting, and strategic modeling

Financial Oversight & Controls

Design, implement, and maintain strong financial controls and governance frameworks

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internalpolicies

Oversee financial reporting accuracy, audit readiness, and risk management

Operational Leadership

Lead and mentor finance, accounting, and related operational teams across the organization

Establish processes that improve financial visibility, efficiency, and performance

Develop dashboards and reporting frameworks that support executive decision-making

Financial Planning & Analysis

Drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis

Identify cost efficiencies and revenue optimization opportunities

Present financial performance and insights to executive leadership

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA required

Experience with Big 4 accounting firm (PwC preferred) strongly valued

10+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or financial leadership roles

Experience building or improving financial control frameworks and reporting processes

Proven ability to manage and lead multiple teams

Strong strategic thinking and financial modeling capabilities

Excellent communication and executive presence

What Makes This Opportunity Special

High-impact executive leadership role

Opportunity to help shape financial strategy for a growing organization

Collaborative leadership team with strong vision

Competitive compensation with $180K – $210K base range

Located in Cullman, AL, a thriving and growing community in North Alabama

If you're a CPA with Big 4 training who's ready to step into a CFO seat and make a real impact, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.