Chief Financial Officer

Location: Ashland

** Chief Financial Officer*
* ** Ashland, PA*
* ** Direct Hire*
* **$170-200k*
* *** Position is fully onsite*
* *** Qualifies for equity bonus*
* *** No relocation, local candidates only*
* Kelly is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to work with our client, a private equity-backed and multi-site manufacturing organization based in Ashland, on a direct hire basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a world class, high integrity, and modern manufacturer that has been successful for over 140 years!

The Chief Financial Officer will:

+ Report to the Chief Executive Officer

+ Provide executive financial leadership for multiple operating companies, including oversight of all accounting, financial planning, reporting, and financial operations

+ Develop and execute the organization's financial strategy in alignment with business objectives and ownership goals

+ Oversee consolidated financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning

+ Lead capital planning, including evaluation of major equipment purchases, facility investments, and strategic expansion initiatives

+ Manage banking relationships, debt structure, credit facilities, and financing strategies

+ Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making at the executive and ownership level

+ Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, and liquidity planning

+ Direct and ensure accuracy of financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations

+ Oversee internal controls, audit processes, and risk management strategies

+ Partner with operational leadership to evaluate performance, pricing impacts, cost structure, and profitability across all locations

+ Review and approve major financial initiatives, investments, and cost structure changes

+ Lead financial communications with ownership, Board of Directors (if applicable), auditors, lenders, and external stakeholders

+ Oversee tax strategy coordination with external advisors and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

+ Provide executive leadership to the Controller and finance team, including organizational structure, performance management, and talent development

+ Drive financial system strategy, including ERP optimization and data integrity across the organization

+ Evaluate mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships as applicable

+ Establish financial policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to ensure consistency and control across all entities

+ Support operational leadership in improving profitability, efficiency, and financial performance metrics

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

+ 10+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, including Controller or senior finance leadership roles in a manufacturing environment

+ CPA and/or MBA preferred

+ Demonstrated experience in capital planning, financial strategy, and multi-entity financial oversight

+ Deep knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, financial planning, and corporate finance

+ Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, cost accounting, and multi-location financial management

+ Knowledge of capital markets, banking, credit structures, and financing strategies

+ Strong strategic thinking and business acumen with ability to translate financial data into actionable business decisions

+ Advanced leadership skills with ability to guide senior leaders and influence organizational direction

+ Strong analytical, critical thinking, and complex problem-solving abilities

+ Ability to evaluate enterprise risk and develop mitigation strategies

+ Strong communication and presentation skills, including ability to communicate with ownership, Board members, and external stakeholders

+ Proficiency with financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced financial modeling tools

+ Ability to lead organizational change and drive cross-functional alignment

+ Strong negotiation skills with external financial institutions and partners

+ High level of judgment and decision-making capability in complex and high-impact situations

Interviews are happening now! If qualified and interested, please apply to this posting ASAP or directly send your resume to

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

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