Job title: Director of Finance
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Schaumburg, IL
Job ID: 33735

Job Description

Position: Director of Finance
Location: Schaumburg, IL
Compensation: $200k to $250k with bonus and equity
Industry: Consumer Packaged Goods

 

About the Company

Our client is a well-funded, high-growth company in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. Strategically positioned for global expansion, the company has raised significant capital and built a loyal international following ahead of launch. With plans for a high-impact IPO, they are assembling a top-tier executive team to drive their mission forward.

This is a rare chance to step in at the ground floor and build the finance function of a global brand from scratch with the opportunity to evolve into a CFO role.

 

The Role

The Director of Finance will serve as a key member of the executive team, partnering directly with the CEO to lead financial operations, strategy, and infrastructure. This role requires a hands-on leader ready to scale a fast-growing organization, manage capital effectively, and guide the company toward a successful exit.

 

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy in alignment with growth and exit goals

  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow modeling, and financial planning

  • Build and oversee financial reporting tools, dashboards, and performance monitoring systems

  • Establish accounting policies, internal controls, and global compliance processes

  • Support capital raising efforts and deliver investor-ready financials

  • Prepare the company for IPO or M&A, including due diligence and audit readiness

  • Recruit and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team

  • Manage global financial operations, including cross-border tax, treasury, and risk

 

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Senior finance professional with leadership experience in high-growth or entrepreneurial companies

  • Proven success supporting IPO or M&A transactions

  • Strong background in FP&A, strategic finance, and capital structure

  • Familiarity with global operations, DTC/ecommerce, or consumer product businesses

  • Track record of building finance teams and systems from the ground up

  • Confident communicator and strategic thought partner to the CEO

  • MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant advanced credentials preferred

 

What’s in It for You

  • Equity participation and long-term growth incentives

  • Direct influence on company strategy and financial direction

  • Pathway to a CFO role and executive leadership

  • Opportunity to architect a finance function from day one

  • Personal and professional development through access to exclusive training programs

  • Collaborative and mission-driven culture focused on health, innovation, and impact