CFO / Business Operations Leader
Cherry Bekaert • McLean, Virginia • Full Time
Posted on Fri, Jul 17, 2026
CFO / Business & Operations Leader
Confidential | Professional Services Organization
We are conducting a confidential search for a CFO / Business & Operations Leader to act as the top financial and operational executive for a professional services firm.
This role goes beyond traditional finance — it’s for a leader who enjoys being the “glue” of the organization.
Core Focus Areas
- Financial leadership: reporting, forecasting, cash management, and controls
- Operational leadership: overseeing back‑office functions and business operations
- Strategic partnership with ownership/partners on growth, efficiency, and risk
- Translating financial data into actionable business decisions
- Supporting a people‑centric, professional services culture
Ideal Profile
- CFO, Head of Finance, or senior Controller experience within professional services
- Demonstrated success leading finance and operations
- Comfortable in smaller environments where impact > hierarchy
- Pragmatic, business‑minded, and approachable leadership style
Why This Role Stands Out
- Trusted advisor role to leadership
- Long‑term impact on business direction
- High‑autonomy, low‑bureaucracy environment