We are seeking an accomplished Interim Chief Financial Officer to lead our international Professional Service Clients Accounting and Finance department. Operating at roughly $300M in revenue, our firm provides sophisticated professional services to clients worldwide. Expected duration is 3-6 months.
This role is ideal for a veteran finance executive with deep Private Equity experience who understands the urgency, rigorous reporting requirements, and value-creation levers expected by institutional investors. As a global firm, the ideal candidate must bring strong international finance exposure and a proven track record within the professional services sector.
location: Houston, Texas
job type: Contract
salary: $175 - 215 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 15 Years
responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
- PE Portfolio Leadership: Deliver high-cadence financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and KPI dashboards aligned with Private Equity sponsor expectations.
- Global Financial Management: Oversee international accounting, multi-currency reporting, and global treasury operations.
- Professional Services Metrics: Optimize industry-specific metrics including utilization rates, billable hours, project margins, and realization rates to maximize profitability.
- Strategic Cash Management: Maintain focus on working capital, optimizing the Order-to-Cash cycle and managing global banking relationships.
- Team & Systems Stabilization: Lead, mentor, and stabilize an established finance and accounting team, ensuring operational continuity and strong internal controls.
qualifications:
Qualifications & Experience
- Prior Professional Service industry experience.
- Proven experience serving as CFO for a Private Equity-backed portfolio company.
- International Exposure: Demonstrated experience managing finance operations across multiple geographies, dealing with foreign exchange (FX) risk, and international compliance.
- Prior experience in a leadership role at a company of similar scale ($200-$500M revenue).
- Ability to work from our Houston, TX office 3+ days per week.
skills: Financial Analysis, Private Equity, $250-500 million
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
