Chief Financial Officer Warren Whitney

Do you prefer a job where you can make an impact and have a great deal of autonomy Would you like to work with a variety of clients Are you both an experienced CFO and good at relationships Please read on...

THE OPPORTUNITY

At Warren Whitney you wont simply be someone elses CFO; youll become the trusted advisor for financial matters to multiple successful business owners. Youll tackle a variety of strategic challenges work alongside experienced professionals in finance HR strategy and executive search and help companies grow improve performance and prepare for the future. If you enjoy solving business problems building relationships and making a measurable difference youll find a career thats both intellectually stimulating and professionally rewarding.

Warren Whitney offers the best of both worlds: the autonomy to shape your own client portfolio with the support infrastructure and benefits of an established firm.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As Chief Financial Officer (CFO) you will serve clients in fractional interim and project-based roles. You will provide strategic leadership financial planning and analysis risk management and financial decision support. The CFO is a full-time role eligible for benefits.

Key responsibilities in support of your clients will include:

Financial Planning and Analysis Including the development and implementation of financial strategies and plans that support the organizations growth and profitability.

Cash Flow Management and Cost Management Forecasting and analysis along with implementation of strategies to optimize cash management while minimizing risk.

Financial Decision Support - Partner with department leaders to provide financial guidance and support for decision-making.

Relationship Management - Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders such as banks auditors and regulatory authorities.

Qualifications

We understand that each person brings a unique set of skills. The following qualifications are indicative of the backgrounds we seek:

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive finance experience with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Experience with non-profit organizations or mid-sized businesses is a plus.
• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or related field. MBA and/or CPA preferred. Strong knowledge of accounting principles financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Experience that includes both public accounting and privately held or nonprofit employment.
• Expertise in planning analysis forecasting and reporting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data to support informed decision making.
• Ability to think strategically and develop financial strategies that support overall business goals and objectives while mitigating risk.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with leaders and stakeholders across an organization.

COMPENSATION

Compensation is based on client billing. Current Warren Whitney professionals who serve as CFOs range in compensation from $160000 to $240000. The firm offers a competitive benefits package to full-time employees.

WHY WARREN WHITNEY

Warren Whitney is a management consulting firm based in Richmond Virginia with almost 40 years of experience helping privately held businesses and nonprofit organizations thrive.

At Warren Whitney we do things a little differently and we think thats what makes this role stand out. As a fractional CFO on our team youll have the chance to shape your own client portfolio much like an independent consultant would. But unlike going it alone youll be backed by the infrastructure benefits and support of an established firm.

Our model offers the best of both worlds:

• Flexibility - Work remotely on-site or a mix of both depending on each clients needs and your preferences. Engagements vary in time commitment and complexity and you will have a say in the right match for your skills and interests.
• High Variety of Work To Choose From - Our professionals engage with a wide range of industries including construction manufacturing professional services and not-for-profits. This exposure keeps the work interesting challenges you to grow and helps build a well-rounded skill set.
• Autonomy with Support - Youll drive your own success while we handle the administrative lift - from sales and marketing to billing collections and healthcare benefits. And while we trust our team to own their work youll always have access to a collaborative and supportive group of peers managers and partners whove got your back.
• Client-First Mentality - Were not a check-the-box firm. We prioritize long-term relationships and empower you to recommend whats truly best for the client even when its not the easy answer.
• Opportunity to Lead - Youll have the chance to make a real impact guiding business leaders and shaping strategic decisions. And as you grow so does your career; this role is designed to open the door to greater autonomy and future leadership as a Director.
• No Grind Culture - We believe meaningful intellectually engaging work doesnt have to come at the cost of balance. Our engagements are dynamic impactful and built for professionals who want to do work that matters without burning out.

This is more than a job. Its a chance to work the way you want on work that matters with a team thats committed to your success.

TO APPLY

Please send a resume through our online application portal. For best consideration respond by August 15 2026. Resumes will be reviewed when received and held in confidence.

Warren Whitney is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We aim to recruit develop and retain the most talented individuals from a diverse candidate pool. Throughout the search process we will make every effort to maintain a high degree of confidentiality for all candidates.

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