About This Role
Overview
FRACTIONAL CFO / CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
You've built a successful CFO career. What comes next?
For many experienced CFOs, the answer isn't another full\-time executive role.
It's the opportunity to work with a portfolio of ambitious businesses, use your expertise where it matters most, and enjoy greater control over how you spend your time.
At The CFO Centre, we help experienced finance leaders do exactly that.
We're seeking accomplished CFOs in Houston, Texas who want to combine commercial impact, professional freedom and a better work\-life balance while supporting growing businesses that genuinely value strategic financial leadership.
WHY CFOs JOIN US
Our clients are typically ambitious businesses with revenues between $2m and $100m\+, facing exciting opportunities and complex challenges.
They need more than financial reporting. They need a trusted advisor, strategic thinker and commercially focused CFO who can help them navigate growth, improve performance and make better decisions.
As a Fractional CFO, you'll work with multiple businesses, building meaningful long\-term relationships and helping owners achieve the goals they've set for their companies.
A DIFFERENT WAY TO WORK
This is a self\-employed (1099\) opportunity designed for experienced CFOs who want more flexibility without sacrificing professional fulfilment.
You'll enjoy:
- The freedom to build your own portfolio
- The support of a recognised global brand
- Access to proven systems and methodologies
- A collaborative network of experienced CFO peers
- The opportunity to work with a variety of businesses and sectors
Many of our CFOs tell us they enjoy their careers more than ever because they're able to focus on what they do best: creating value, solving problems and helping businesses succeed.
WHO WE ARE
Since launching in the UK in 2001, The CFO Centre has become the world's leading provider of fractional CFO services.
Today we:
- Operate in 18 countries across 5 continents
- Serve thousands of businesses globally
- Have a worldwide team of more than 750 colleagues
- Continue to grow rapidly throughout the USA
YOU MAY HAVE EXPERIENCE IN
- Strategic planning and business growth \| Profit improvement initiatives \| Cash flow optimisation \| Fundraising and capital raising \| Business sales and exits \| Mergers and acquisitions \| Compliance and risk management \| KPI reporting and business performance measurement \| Systems and control improvement
YOU'LL LIKELY BE SOMEONE WHO
- Enjoys working directly with business owners and leadership teams
- Thrives in a relationship\-driven environment
- Has an entrepreneurial mindset
- Wants flexibility without losing professional challenge
- Enjoys business development and creating opportunities
- Values collaboration while working independently
- Is motivated by making a measurable difference
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- A minimum of 5 years' CFO experience
- CPA, CMA, MBA or finance degree
- Strong commercial and strategic capability
- Broad sector and business experience
- A well\-developed professional network
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
WHAT'S ON OFFER
- Flexible working hours
- Minimum commitment of 3 days per week
- Comprehensive onboarding and mentoring
- Ongoing support from a global CFO community
- Earnings potential up to $180,000 based on client portfolio
If you've reached the stage of your career where flexibility, variety and impact matter as much as title and hierarchy, we'd love to speak with you.
Apply now or visit www.cfocentre.com/us to learn more.
*At the CFO Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all who join us are valued, respected and given equal opportunities to thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms, echoing our values of being Open, Progressive and Passionate and believe that it enriches and strengthens our organisation. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and perspectives and we celebrate the unique contributions they bring so that together we can help change the lives of our clients.*
Pay: Up to $180,000\.00 per year
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- CFO: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPA / MBA / finance degree (Required)
Location:
- Houston, TX 77016 (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77016