CFO

We are partnering with a dynamic, entrepreneurial investment firm in Washington, DC that is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join its executive leadership team and help drive the organization's next phase of growth. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a strategic and hands-on finance executive who thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments. Reporting directly to senior leadership, the CFO will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, optimizing operations, supporting capital initiatives, and building the infrastructure necessary to support continued expansion.The ideal candidate will bring a combination of strong financial leadership, operational expertise, and experience within lending, servicing, specialty finance, or asset-backed investment environments.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all accounting, finance, treasury, tax, compliance, and financial reporting functionsServe as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on financial performance, growth initiatives, and capital allocation decisionsOversee budgeting, forecasting, liquidity management, cash flow planning, and financial modelingManage relationships with lenders, banking partners, auditors, tax advisors, and other external stakeholdersSupport financing transactions, capital formation initiatives, and strategic growth opportunitiesDevelop and enhance financial reporting, dashboards, and key performance indicatorsEvaluate operational efficiencies and implement scalable processes, systems, and internal controlsPartner cross-functionally with operations and business leaders to support decision-making and improve performanceBuild, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance and accounting teamQualifications10+ years of proven experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, Fund CFO, Corporate Controller, or senior finance executiveStrong understanding of lending operations, loan portfolio management, servicing economics, financing facilities, and capital structuresExperience supporting or overseeing asset-backed finance structures, warehouse facilities, securitizations, or other structured financing arrangementsDeep knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, treasury management, and internal controlsExperience managing audits, tax compliance, and external advisory relationshipsDemonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a growing organizationTrack record of building scalable finance functions, processes, and reporting infrastructureExceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to effectively interact with executive leadership, investors, lenders, and board-level audiencesCPA strongly preferred; MBA or other advanced financial credentials are a plusWe are seeking a finance leader who combines strategic vision with a builder's mindset. If you have experience within lending, mortgage servicing, specialty finance, consumer finance, or asset-backed structures and are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the executive level, we would welcome a confidential conversation. Please reach out to Caren Bromberg Bach on LinkedIn or apply directly to this role through this posting. Comp range 200-250K + Bonus + Carry. 3 days/week in the office.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressively senior financial leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success leading accounting, FP& A, treasury, and financial reporting functions within a complex organization.
• Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, cash flow management, and performance measurement.
• Experience managing external audits and maintaining effective relationships with lenders and financial partners.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to executives, boards, and investors.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Advanced credentials such as CPA, CFA, or MBA are preferred, along with experience in investment management or a related sector.Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.