Seat CFO, Office CFO

Blue Ops Partners specializes in M&A and Office of the CFO value creation, including strategic FP&A advisory, operational finance, accounting and business analytics, partnering with private equity owned portfolio companies to deliver lasting impact. Since 2010, we have combined deep operational expertise with cutting-edge technology and AI-driven analytics to deliver superior outcomes for our clients.

This is a consulting role for an experienced leader who thrives in fast-paced, client-facing environments and can drive financial discipline, reporting accuracy, and develop scalable processes across portfolio companies. Blue Ops specializes in Office of the CFO value creation, including strategic FP&A advisory, operational finance, accounting and business analytics, partnering with private equity owned portfolio companies to deliver lasting impact.

In this role you’ll be primarily an in-seat CFO and key financial leader, working directly with our clients and their senior leadership to enhance financial processes, provide critical analysis, and support business growth.

Serve in senior leadership level interim roles for client base

As the CFO, you will lead the client’s finance and accounting functions, shaping financial strategy while ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls and operational effectiveness. You will partner directly with client executive leadership to guide strategic planning, capital allocation and cash flow management, providing insights and financial leadership that drive value creation, informed decision-making and sustainable long-term growth.

• Lead clients’ finance and accounting functions, aligning financial strategy with business priorities and value creation initiatives.
• Oversee accounting operations, including general ledger management, month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow reporting.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and standardized procedures.
• Oversee cash management, treasury, working capital, and cash flow forecasting, guiding capital allocation and investment decisions.
• Oversee annual audits and coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners, including lender reporting and covenant compliance.
• Drive process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen financial accuracy, and reduce close cycles.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-term financial planning, and variance analysis in partnership with executive leadership and operations.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to improve business performance, manage risk, and support growth.
• Mentor and develop finance and accounting teams, building a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key financial partner to private equity sponsors and portfolio company leadership, communicating performance, priorities, and progress against value creation plans.

Blue Ops is a hands-on, growth-minded organization built on collaboration and accountability. We move quickly, dive deep, and partner closely with our clients to deliver lasting impact. Important competencies to effectively perform this role include:

• A technically strong and seasoned finance leader with deep GAAP knowledge and sound strategic and commercial judgment.
• Skilled at leading financial strategy and improving finance and accounting operations in dynamic environments.
• A clear, confident communicator who can advise executive leadership and partner effectively with internal teams, external partners, and private equity sponsors.
• Process-oriented, with a…