E78 Partners is seeking experienced Directors to join our Office of the CFO practice, partnering with private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and executive leadership teams on complex finance, accounting, operational, and transaction-related initiatives. This is a senior client-facing leadership role. We are looking for proven finance executives and consultants who combine executive presence and strategic judgment with deep technical finance and accounting expertise. Successful Directors must be equally comfortable advising a CFO, CEO, Board, or private equity sponsor and rolling up their sleeves to lead the work required to deliver the outcome. Candidates should already have demonstrated the ability to operate successfully at the Director, VP Finance, Controller, CFO, or equivalent consulting leadership level.
Key Responsibilities
Client & Executive Leadership:- Serve as a trusted advisor to CFOs, CEOs, private equity sponsors, Boards, lenders, and other senior stakeholders.
- Lead complex Office of the CFO engagements from initial assessment and solution design through execution and delivery.
- Quickly assess client needs, identify financial and operational risks, and translate findings into practical, executable recommendations.
- Present complex financial, accounting, and operational matters clearly and credibly to senior executives.
- Build strong client relationships and establish confidence quickly in high-visibility or high-pressure environments.
- Office of the CFO LeadershipLead and execute initiatives across the full finance organization, including:
- Accounting, controllership, close, and financial reportingFP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
- Treasury, liquidity, working capital, and cash flow management
- Operational and management reportingKPI development and performance analytics
- Board, lender, investor, and executive reporting
- Internal controls and process improvement
- Finance organization design and scalabilityERP, systems, and data-driven finance initiatives
- Transaction readiness and transaction supportM&A diligence, integration, and post-close activities
- Capital planning and financing support
- Private Equity & Transaction Support
- Partner with private equity sponsors and portfolio company leadership to support growth, value creation, and liquidity initiatives.
- Support acquisition-driven businesses through diligence, integration, forecasting, financial reporting, and operational standardization.
- Develop financial and operational models that help leadership evaluate acquisition capacity, liquidity requirements, capital needs, and performance.
- Support lender compliance, credit facility reporting, financing activities, and Board-level communication.
- Help portfolio companies establish scalable finance processes capable of supporting rapid growth and M&A activity.
- Project & Team LeadershipLead engagements, workstreams, and project teams with clear accountability for scope, quality, timeline, and client outcomes.
- Manage and mentor consultants and client team members.
- Establish clear project governance, priorities, deliverables, and communication rhythms.
- Maintain a high standard of technical quality while ensuring recommendations are practical and executable.
- Step directly into the work when needed rather than relying solely on project management or presentation materials.
Education & Credentials:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline required.
Advanced degree is valued.
CPA and/or CFA preferred, but not required when supported by significant relevant experience.
Location:
Candidates located near Chicago or New York City are preferred, though exceptional candidates in other markets will be considered. Compensation
Base Salary:
$180,000 to $240,000 Target Bonus: 25%Additional compensation and benefits consistent with E78 Partners' Director-level offerings.
