Description

Job Id: 70413

Chief Financial Officer (CPA)
Our local Portland area client is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer with an active CPA license to guide the financial strategy of a growing, multi-site organization through its next phase of expansion. The ideal candidate will be a partner to the President, blending strategic vision with hands-on leadership, while bringing deep financial acumen, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to mentor and develop growing teams. This is an opportunity for a proven finance leader who thrives in change, balances strategy with execution, and cultivates trust and financial literacy across the business.

This role is based in-office in Tualatin, OR.

Chief Financial Officer Responsibilities

• Lead overall financial strategy, treasury operations, risk management, and reporting for a mid-size privately held organization.
• Oversee IT, data, and pricing strategies to support growth, integration, and margin optimization.
• Direct budgeting, forecasting, P&L management, and financial modeling to drive informed decisions.
• Manage acquisitions, including due diligence, ERP integrations, and post-merger assimilation.
• Build and mentor a high-performing cross-functional team, fostering collaboration and financial literacy throughout the organization.

Chief Financial Officer Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required, MBA highly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in accounting and finance with stable tenure and proven success scaling organizations.
• Experience leading finance strategy in mid-size companies, including M&A and ERP integrations.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee IT functions, margin strategy, and pricing governance.
• Familiarity with a cloud-based ERP system and business intelligence tools preferred.

Salary: $230K-$260K/year + Bonus. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

Meet VanderHouwen
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VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career!

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws.

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