Fractional CFO - Part Time Contract

CFS

Portland, OR

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100–$150 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Background Investigation, Best Practices, Budgeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Coaching, Communication Skills, Consulting, Design Document, Documentation, Expense Management, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Procedures, Financial Reporting, Financial Risk Management, Financial Statements, Financial Strategy, Forecasting, Head of Finance, Leadership, Mentoring, Operations Processes, Organizational Development/Management, Payroll Management, Performance Metrics, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Process Development, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Recreation, Reporting Skills, Revenue Recognition, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Accounting
LOCATION
Portland, OR
POSTED
1 day ago

Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO)


Part-Time | Contract Engagement



About the Opportunity


Our client is seeking a Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership while building a stronger, more sustainable accounting function. This is a hands-on consulting engagement focused on developing the internal accounting team, strengthening financial controls, preparing the organization for successful external audits, and creating scalable processes that will support long-term success.


This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned CPA who enjoys mentoring accounting professionals, improving systems and processes, and leaving organizations stronger than they found them. Rather than simply managing day-to-day accounting, you'll help create an audit-ready finance function that can operate independently long after the engagement concludes.



What You'll Do



  • Mentor and develop the Controller and Senior Accountant, strengthening technical accounting knowledge, month-end close processes, and financial reporting skills.

  • Build development plans that increase the accounting team's independence and technical capabilities.

  • Design, document, and implement internal controls across cash handling, revenue recognition, payroll, and expense management.

  • Establish standardized month-end close procedures, reconciliation processes, and supporting documentation requirements.

  • Improve segregation of duties and strengthen overall accounting controls.

  • Prepare the organization for annual external audits, coordinating with auditors and proactively addressing potential findings.

  • Develop accounting policies, procedures, and a comprehensive controls manual that can be maintained internally.

  • Review monthly financial statements and key performance metrics prior to leadership and Board reporting.

  • Support annual budgeting and forecasting while transitioning ownership of these processes to the Controller.

  • Advise executive leadership on financial reporting, compliance, risk management, treasury activities, debt structure, and financial analysis.

  • Recommend and help implement accounting system and process improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen financial oversight.



What We're Looking For



  • CPA required.

  • 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including prior CFO and/or Controller-level leadership.

  • Demonstrated success preparing organizations for external audits or leading audit engagements.

  • Deep knowledge of internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial reporting best practices.

  • Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop accounting professionals.

  • Experience creating documented accounting processes and operational procedures.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex accounting concepts into practical guidance.

  • Experience within seasonal, hospitality, recreation, or similar operational environments is a plus.

  • Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check.



Why This Opportunity?



  • Make a lasting impact by building a finance function that will continue to succeed after your engagement.

  • Partner directly with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives.

  • Help shape the future of the accounting team through coaching and mentorship.

  • Flexible, ongoing fractional engagement with meaningful, high-level work.

  • Opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on process improvement and organizational development.



If you're a collaborative financial leader who enjoys building strong teams, strengthening internal controls, and creating sustainable accounting operations, we'd love to hear from you.



$100.00 - $150.00 per hour


Please email your resume for immediate consideration.


Tia McKeen, Senior Managing Director - Staffing



Timing is everything. Whether you are aggressively in a job search or simply passive for the ideal position, we would like to have the chance to share our opportunities with you. We specialize in placement for accounting and finance professionals. Many of our positions are not posted on the internet. Please contact me for more information about this role as well as other opportunities.



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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/