Chief Financial Officer

Position Overview

Vaco is recruiting an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their growing team based in Deerfield Beach, FL. This strategic partnership role involves collaborating closely with the executive leadership to guide the company's financial direction while actively participating in the operational aspects of a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s financial strategy and advise the executive team on business initiatives and long-range planning.
• Manage departments such as Accounting, Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Capital Markets, and related financial divisions.
• Supervise the processes of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management.
• Formulate and implement capital market strategies while nurturing strong relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Assess financing options to support growth initiatives and organizational expansion.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a top-performing finance team.
• Establish effective financial controls, streamline operations, and ensure scalable processes.
• Provide executive-level financial analysis and strategic recommendations to aid business decisions.
• Collaborate with leaders across functions to increase operational and financial effectiveness.
• Encourage a culture of accountability and high performance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years as a Chief Financial Officer or senior financial executive.
• Candidates currently serving as Finance VP, Chief Accounting Officer, President, or similar roles ready to advance to CFO are welcome.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is highly preferred; Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required; advanced degree is preferred.
• Proven leadership experience in finance within small to mid-size companies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of capital markets with expertise in banking and financing relationships.
• Experience in investment banking is highly desirable.
• Preference for candidates with backgrounds in mortgage servicing, lending, financial services, specialty finance, or capital markets industries.
• Experience in public accounting is a plus.

Leadership Profile

• Strong executive presence combined with strategic vision.
• A collaborative leadership approach that fosters trust throughout the organization.
• Excellent communication and decisive decision-making skills.
• Proven track record of building and leading high-caliber teams.
• Data-oriented problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational involvement.
• Emotional intelligence to navigate change while maintaining team morale and stability.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is from $250,000 to $350,000 annually, with eligibility for discretionary bonuses. Employees can also participate in the company’s medical, dental, vision benefits, and 401(k) retirement plan. Compensation considers various factors such as experience, certifications, location, and organizational requirements.

Additional Information

Vaco/Highspring is committed to equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available to support applicants throughout the hiring process.

By applying, candidates consent to be part of the company’s talent pool for current and future positions and understand that AI tools may be used for preliminary screening to ensure minimum qualifications are met. Further assessments will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers.

The position may be filled currently but submissions remain active for ongoing opportunities. Confidentiality regarding the role is expected from candidates.