Interim CFO

Ascent CFO Solutions

Interim CFO providing financial leadership and strategic direction in fast-paced environments for startups and SMEs. Engaging in transformational initiatives across various industries and supporting client satisfaction.

Posted 6/5/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic partner and “right hand” to CEOs and executive teams
Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with business goals
Build and maintain financial models, rolling forecasts, and cash flow projections
Lead budgeting processes and analyze budget-to-actual performance
Identify and monitor key financial trends, KPIs, and business metrics
Develop executive dashboards and board-ready reporting packages
Support and lead fundraising efforts, including venture capital and private equity transactions
Lead M&A initiatives, including due diligence, valuation support, and post-acquisition integration
Oversee or directly manage month-end close processes and financial reporting
Assess and improve accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
Coordinate annual audits and manage tax return processes
Present financial results and strategic insights to Boards of Directors and shareholders
Lead client onboarding engagements, including financial assessments and transition planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
Several years serving as a full-time CFO
Bachelor’s degree required; CPA license and/or MBA strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience as a strategic financial leader and executive partner
Proven success working with fast-growth companies
Extensive experience building financial forecasts and cash flow models
Strong background in M&A, including due diligence and integration
Experience raising capital, particularly within the venture capital ecosystem
Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands-on capacities
Experience working across multiple industries
Strong ERP and accounting systems experience (QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, and similar platforms)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Google Sheets experience a plus
Entrepreneurial mindset with exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial strategiesfinancial modelsrolling forecastscash flow projectionsbudgeting processesfinancial reportingM&Adue diligencevaluation supportinternal controls

Soft Skills

strategic financial leaderexecutive partnercommunication skillsleadership skillsentrepreneurial mindset

Certifications

CPAMBA