Interim Chief Financial Officer

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. This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity. U.S. based candidates only.

*** Please note that this is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity and applying to this position does not guarantee immediate placement or assignment. While we actively seek to place our consultants with clients, work availability is not guaranteed and may vary based on client needs and market demand. We appreciate your interest and understanding of the dynamic nature of consulting work.***

Syncopated Synergy is a boutique professional services firm based in Colorado, providing interim and fractional finance leadership to growing and transitioning organizations. We value collaboration, integrity, and excellence—helping clients bridge transitions with confidence.

Syncopated Synergy is looking to add an Interim CFO to our team. This is a hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves role to provide senior financial leadership for a client during a defined transition. You will embed with the organization, provide full ownership of financial strategy and operations, stabilize the finance function, and prepare the organization for the next permanent leader. You will have the opportunity to work with clients across a variety of industries and company sizes.

Please note: This is not a temp‑to‑hire or recruiting opportunity. Syncopated Synergy is a professional services firm providing interim and project‑based finance services. Consultants operate under contract with our firm, not as candidates for client employment.

• You will take full ownership of the accounting and finance function for the duration of the engagement.
• The assignment is time‑limited
  , typically 3–9 months, with a clear hand‑off expectation to the next permanent hire.
• You will operate as the embedded finance leader, not a light‑support or fractional contributor.

• Lead financial strategy, planning, and reporting for the organization
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and treasury management
• KPI Development and Evaluation
• Financial modeling (FP&A) development or optimization
• Provide insight and guidance to executive leadership and board members
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards
• Lead key projects such as system implementations, process improvements, audits, or M&A activities
• Assistance with Debt acquisition
• Contract management a finance lens
• Oversight of internal accounting staff
• Pricing evaluation
• Cap Table Management
• Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments
• Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks
• Control and evaluate the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure
• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations
• Manage vendor relationships
• Document processes and prepare for smooth hand‑off to permanent finance leadership

• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Senior finance leadership experience with ability to influence executive decisions
• Excellent communication skills for C‑level and board reporting
• Hands‑on and “roll‑up‑your‑sleeves” capable, able to execute as well as advise
• Tech‑savvy, proficient with finance and accounting software

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (required); CPA or MBA preferred
• 8–15+ years in senior finance leadership roles (CFO or equivalent)
• Prior interim or transitional leadership experience preferred
• Colorado residents will be considered first

• Contract (1099) status; near full‑time commitment expected
• Assignment typically 3–9 months
• Compensation based on experience