CFO w Operational Leadership HT-907665

BEST RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT & DESIGN INC.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO) with Operational Leadership Responsibilities

Are You the Leader Were Looking For

Do you lead with integrity build strong relationships and bring a handson strategic approach to financial and operational leadership Can you balance the fastpaced demands of a distribution business with thoughtful datadriven decisions If youre energized by mentoring teams fostering collaboration and driving sustainable success with a good attitude wed love to hear from you!

Position Overview

Were seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial strategy and oversee key operational functions as our current COO/CFO prepares to retire. This role is more than numbersyoull mentor and guide our leadership team (VP of Sales Director of Operations Finance Manager) bridge communication between them and the Board of Directors and empower them to run the company with minimal board intervention. Reporting directly to the Board (currently the Executive Chairman and COO/CFO) youll ensure financial health operational efficiency and cultural alignment by living our core values: focus on the big picture taking care of customers with a sense of urgency excellence every time leading with a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Partner with the Board and leadership team to craft a financial strategy focused on longterm growth and sustainability with an eye for detail and excellence.
• Oversee project accounting ensuring accurate cost tracking revenue recognition and profitability analysis delivering results that exceed expectations. Deliver timely actionable financial reports (P&L balance sheets cash flow) and forecasts to guide strategic decisions with integrity.

Operational Leadership & Team Development

• Lead mentor and align the leadership team to enhance their ability to manage operations independently fostering a culture of hard work and accountability.
• Function as a bridge between the leadership team and the Board ensuring clear fair communication and reducing silos.
• Oversee administrative functions (e.g. HR IT business operations) to streamline processes and boost efficiencydoing it right the first time.

Cash Flow & Risk Management

• Optimize cash flow and working capital to support operations and project needs with meticulous oversight.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations manage risks (including ESOP fiduciary oversight) and collaborate with auditors and advisors fairly and transparently.

Culture & Values Stewardship

• Champion BESTs core valuesbig picture excellence every time sense of urgency take care of customer and attitude above all else creating an environment where employees thrive.
• Empower the team through accountability professional development and a commitment to going the extra mile for each other and our customers.

** This is a fulltime onsite role based in Columbus OH **

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or related field.
• 10 years of financial experience including 4 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven expertise in project accounting P&L management and financial forecastingideally in distribution or small business operations.
• Handson leadership style: ready to roll up your sleeves with hard work and attention to detail alongside the team.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills to guide a crossfunctional leadership team with a good attitude.
• Experience with ESOPs ERP systems (NetSuite a plus) and process automation is a bonus.
• High integrity a proactive approach to risk management and a passion for exceeding expectations in a fair valuedriven culture.

About Us

Founded in 1987 BEST Restaurant Equipment & Design Inc. based in Columbus Ohio is a leading provider of equipment and design solutions for the foodservice industry. We serve a diverse clientelefrom independent restaurateurs to large chains schools universities and commercial foodservice operationsdelivering customized turnkey equipment packages design layouts and smallwares programs. As an employeeowned company (ESOP) since 2015 were committed to longterm success and innovation actively participating in national associations like the Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association (FEDA) and the Supply & Equipment Foodservice Alliance (SEFA).

OUR CORE VALUES

1. Big Picture
2. Excellence Every Time
3. Sense of Urgency
4. Take Care of Customer
5. Attitude Above All Else

What You Bring to the Table

Youre a strategic thinker who dives into the detailssomeone who thrives on mentoring others solving problems and building bridges with a positive attitude. Youre comfortable leading finance and operations and youre excited to uphold our values while shaping a role carved out by a trusted leader retiring after decades of impact.

What We Offer

• A sense of excitement in solving problems and helping our customers succeed.
• Every day brings new challenges and were always learning something new it never routine and never dull.
• Competitive salary and a robust benefits package including an ESOP Pension Plan 401(k) medical dental and vision coverage PTO and paid holidays HSA longterm and shortterm disability life and accidental death benefits Section 125 tax savings plan wellness programs tuition assistance and merchandise discounts.
• As an employeeowned company (ESOP) we care about our people and reward them for their accomplishments.
• Ranked #57 in the 2024 Foodservice Equipment & Supplies Distribution Giants list BEST Restaurant Equipment & Design is poised for growththe opportunity to take us to greater heights will be an exciting journey for a passionate leader like you.
• Salary: $145000 $165000

Are you a leader who thrives on building strong teams Join our fastpaced peoplefocused organization apply today!

JOB CODE: Best Restaurant Equipment & Design Inc.