CFO (Start-Up)

Arkansas Talent Groups Executive Search Division is exclusively working on a CFO role in the Little Rock / Hot Springs area. This is one of the most exciting opportunities in the state of Arkansas to be a Chief Financial Officer with a company that offers: fantastic leadership team, ambitious growth plans, and entrepreneurs that have a proven track record of successful companies!

This is a newly created position in a start-up organization that has undergone extreme growth. This will be a true Finance partner to the CEO and be intimately involved with Investor Relations / Capital Raise, developing and implementing financial strategies, and structuring an in-house accounting department. This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic vision and operational expertise.

Other Duties will include:

• Manage all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, and reporting
• Lead fundraising efforts and investor relations
• Oversee accounting, cash flow management, and tax compliance
• Implement financial systems and controls to support rapid scaling
• Provide data-driven insights to inform key business decisions
• Manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance
• Develop and implement cost-effective production strategies to maximize profitability
• Create financial models to analyze different production scenarios and their impact on the company's bottom line
• Oversee inventory management and optimize working capital for the production process
• Manage relationships with banks, investors, and potential strategic partners
• Lead the development of pricing strategies for various products and distribution channels
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to the industry to measure business performance
• Oversee financial aspects of distribution agreements and partnerships
• Lead financial due diligence for potential mergers or acquisitions
• Manage the financial aspects of scaling production capacity as the company grows
• Oversee the financial integration of new product lines or brand extensions
• Manage the company's real estate and equipment leasing strategies

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
• MBA / CPA Highly Preferred
• 10+ Years of Accounting Experience
• 3+ Years Experience in a Strategic or Advisory Role
• Start up / Consumer Package Good / Distribution experience is a plus
• Required Experience in Investor Relations, Financial Modeling, and Strategy

Perks:

• Strong compensation package + Bonus + Equity potential
• Opportunity to join a proven team with a new product that will be revolutionary in its space
• Opportunity to work in Little Rock or Hot Springs
• Full benefits package

ALL Candidates must live in the Central Arkansas area to be considered, or willing to relocate to the area. For more information, please apply directly or send a copy of your resume for review to Chris Chunn at chris.chunn@arkansastalentgroup.com.

Arkansas Talent Group is an Executive Permanent Placement Recruitment Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.