Chief Financial Officer
VanderHouwen
Washington · Posted November 1, 2026
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Description Job Id: 73225 Chief Financial Officer Our client is seeking a strategic and highly analytical Chief Financial Officer to serve as a key executive partner in a growing, multi-site high-tech manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate is an energetic, hands-on leader who combines financial rigor with operational business acumen, challenges assumptions, and thrives in a lean, fast-moving environment where executives are expected to both lead and execute. This role is a hybrid model in Vancouver, Washington. Chief Financial Officer Responsibilities Lead enterprise Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology functions while partnering with executive leadership and ownership on growth, profitability, and organizational strategy. Drive financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, cash management, and performance analysis across multiple manufacturing locations, identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve margins. Provide executive-level financial insights, KPI reporting, and performance recommendations to senior leadership, the Board, investors, and other key stakeholders. Partner with operations to strengthen inventory management, working capital, site performance, process efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. Oversee M&A financial due diligence and integration support, ERP and technology strategy, cybersecurity, risk management, audit, compliance, and enterprise systems optimization. Chief Financial Officer Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related required; CPA strongly preferred, with an MBA or other advanced business degree or accounting specific certification considered a plus. 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including CFO, VP of Finance, or comparable senior executive experience within a multi-site manufacturing environment. Demonstrated ability to operate as a strategic, analytical financial leader who digs beyond reported results to identify cost savings, performance gaps, risks, and opportunities for value creation. Proven experience leading Finance, HR, and IT functions, with the ability to provide strategic direction while remaining actively engaged in execution within a lean, fast-paced organization. High-tech manufacturing experience required, with a preference for computer/electronics; experience within a private equity-backed organization and working with Boards, investors, lenders, and other executive stakeholders is highly preferred. Salary: $205K–$225K/year + Bonus. (DOE) Benefits Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k. Meet VanderHouwen What kind of recruiter do you see yourself working with? One who prioritizes your best interest, no matter what? VanderHouwen does, and we’re in it for the long game! Our recruiters focus on YOU, building meaningful, long-term relationships while developing a deep understanding of companies’ staffing needs and workplace cultures. This approach helps us find an ideal job match that aligns with your unique career aspirations and goals. VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women & Diversity-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen places experienced professionals across the nation! Our recruitment teams specialize in either Technology and IT, Engineering, Human Resources, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Partner with us to land your next exciting career! VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DW1 Sr. Audit Associate 10/13/2026 Collections Specialist 10/30/2026 Project Accountant 10/30/2026 Finance Manager 10/30/2026 Cost Accountant 10/22/2026 Assurance Senior Manager 10/30/2026 Senior Accountant 10/30/2026 Controller 10/30/2026 Audit Senior 10/14/2026 Project Controller (Construction) 10/30/2026 Apply Now Thank you for your interest in applying for this position! Please fill out the fields below. Your profile will be reviewed with the rest of the applicants.