Chief Financial Officer

About the role

IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the United States, seeks a strategic and results-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive team. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will guide financial performance, inform investment decisions, and position the organization for sustained long-term success.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team, shaping long-range planning, growth initiatives, and organizational strategy
• Lead the development and execution of the organization’s financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market opportunities
• Provide forward-looking financial insights and analysis to support decision-making at the executive and Board level
• Strengthen the credibility and influence of the finance function through timely, accurate, and actionable reporting
• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Monitor organizational performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), dashboards, and financial metrics
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and internal controls
• Lead financial due diligence and analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic growth initiatives
• Optimize cash flow, working capital, and capital structure to support scalable growth
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, implementing strategies to mitigate exposure and enhance performance
• Maintain strong relationships with external partners, including banking institutions, auditors, tax advisors, and valuation experts
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations, and applicable financial and regulatory standards
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous growth
• Evaluate and evolve the finance organization structure to support business needs and future scalability
• Champion change leadership and process improvement across the organization

Requirements

• Advanced expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and performance management
• Executive presence with strong interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Strong strategic thinking and proven ability to operate as a trusted business partner
• Deep knowledge of risk management, internal controls, and financial governance
• Demonstrated success in budget development, cost management, and operational efficiency
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage executive leadership and Board stakeholders
• Prominent leadership capability with a focus on talent development and team performance
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and business ethics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to travel up to 30%, including occasional overnight stays

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration required
• MBA preferred
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience serving as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), including significant experience in mergers and acquisitions
• Experience within the engineering consulting industry preferred

Benefits

The salary range for this role varies by location. For Illinois-based candidates, the expected range is $200,000–$275,000 with adjustments for other geographic markets. Individual pay will be based on several factors including work location, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. The successful candidate may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award.

IMEG provides a comprehensive benefits package including generous Paid Time Off (PTO), flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

In addition, IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law.