Chief Financial Officer; PE Backed Manufacturing

Chief Financial Officer (PE-Backed Manufacturing Exp Req)

Location:
Rochester, Minnesota;
Relocation assistance provided

Salary: $225,000 -$275,000 + Performance-Based Bonus + Equity + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

Travel:
Up to 25% (higher during the onboarding period)

Sponsorship is not available

Our client is looking for a high-impact, hands‑on Chief Financial Officer to lead the finance function for a growing, PE‑backed manufacturing business with multi‑site operations and $150M+ in revenue. This role requires a strategic yet hands‑on finance leader who is equally comfortable driving long‑term growth initiatives and partnering closely with operations to improve day‑to‑day business performance.

The ideal candidate will bring prior CFO experience within a private equity‑backed manufacturing environment, along with the urgency, drive, and leadership presence needed to help scale the business. This individual will serve as a key partner to ownership and operations leadership, driving profitability, operational efficiency, cash flow performance, and strategic execution across the organization. This is a phenomenal opportunity to make a measurable impact within a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented company where finance plays a critical role in shaping business strategy and operational success.

• Lead all aspects of finance, including reporting, FP&A, and KPI management
• Partner with ownership and executive leadership to drive strategic growth, profitability, and overall business performance
• Drive operational and financial improvements across multi‑site manufacturing operations
• Provide strategic guidance on growth, profitability, capital allocation, and operational initiatives
• Oversee cash flow management, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization initiatives
• Manage banking, lender, and external financial relationships, ensuring compliance and timely, accurate reporting
• Partner cross‑functionally to improve pricing strategy, margins, cost structure, and operational efficiency
• Oversee manufacturing finance functions, including cost accounting, inventory control, and capital expenditures
• Support acquisitions, integration activities, capital investments, and strategic growth initiatives as needed
• Build and lead a high‑performing finance and accounting team

• Prior CFO experience required
• Private equity‑backed manufacturing experience required
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience required
• ERP systems experience required