Chief Financial Officer

Overview

At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the United States, we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members.

IMEG is seeking a strategic and results-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to help advance our established growth strategy and drive continued momentum. Reporting to the CEO and a key partner to the executive team, this leader will guide financial performance, inform investment decisions, and position the organization for sustained long-term success.

We’re looking for a CFO who brings both foresight and operational discipline. Someone who can translate financial insights into decisive action, strengthen organizational performance, and engage confidently with executive leadership and the Board. This is an opportunity to influence enterprise-wide direction while leading a high-performing finance organization.

Location:
This role is ideally based in our Rock Island, IL office
, where executive presence and collaboration are highly valued. We will also consider candidates who can be based near another IMEG office, with the ability to maintain strong visibility and engagement across the organization.

What You’ll Lead

• Enterprise Financial Strategy & Leadership

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team, shaping long-range planning, growth initiatives, and organizational strategy

  • Lead the development and execution of the organization’s financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market opportunities

  • Provide forward-looking financial insights and analysis to support decision-making at the executive and Board level

  • Strengthen the credibility and influence of the finance function through timely, accurate, and actionable reporting

• Financial Operations & Performance

  • Oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

  • Ensure the integrity and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

  • Monitor organizational performance through KPIs, dashboards, and financial metrics

  • Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and internal controls

• Growth, Risk & Capital Management

  • Lead financial due diligence and analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic growth initiatives

  • Optimize cash flow, working capital, and capital structure to support scalable growth

  • Identify financial risks and opportunities, implementing strategies to mitigate exposure and enhance performance

  • Maintain strong relationships with external partners, including banking institutions, auditors, tax advisors, and valuation experts

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC regulations, and applicable financial and regulatory standards

• Team & Organizational Leadership

  • Build, develop, and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous growth

  • Evaluate and evolve the finance organization structure to support business needs and future scalability

  • Champion change leadership and process improvement across the organization

• Advanced expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and performance management

• Executive presence with strong interpersonal and public speaking skills

• Strong strategic thinking and proven ability to operate as a trusted business partner

• Deep knowledge of risk management, internal controls, and financial governance

• Demonstrated success in budget development, cost management, and operational efficiency

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage executive leadership and Board stakeholders

• Proven leadership capability with a focus on talent development and team performance

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and business ethics

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Ability to travel up to 30%, including occasional overnight stays

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration required

• MBA preferred

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience serving as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), including significant experience in mergers and acquisitions

• Experience with…