Chief Financial Officer

LHH Recruitment Solutions (pka Parker+Lynch) is partnering with a family-owned, multi-entity automotive group in the Lafayette area seeking a Chief Financial Officer. This role serves as a key member of the leadership team and will oversee financial strategy, accounting operations, and long-term growth initiatives across the organization.This is a hands-on leadership role with both strategic and operational responsibilities, ideal for a finance leader who can elevate financial processes while partnering closely with ownership. The ideal candidate has multi-entity automotive dealership experience. Reporting to the CEO and open due to retirement.ResponsibilitiesLead overall financial strategy, planning, and performance managementServe as a key advisor to ownership on financial decisions, growth, and capital allocationOversee all accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reportingDrive budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planningAnalyze business performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insightsOversee multi-entity financial reporting and consolidationEnsure compliance with GAAP, manufacturer reporting, and regulatory requirementsLead cash flow management, banking relationships, and capital planningEvaluate acquisitions, new store opportunities, and strategic initiativesBuild, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance teamImplement improved systems, reporting tools, and scalable processesPartner with operations leadership to improve profitability and performanceQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceAutomotive dealership experience10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience5+ years’ of leadership experienceExperience leading accounting functions in multi-entity environmentsExperience with financial strategy, FP&A, and operational financeCPA strongly preferredFoundation in public accounting/audit preferredStrong leadership, communication, and decision-making skillsAbility to operate both strategically and hands-on in accounting functionsEnvironment / CultureFamily-owned organization undergoing transformation and process improvementHigh level of executive visibility and influenceHands-on environment requiring both leadership and executionBenefitsHealth vision and dental insuranceAnnual discretionary bonus (effectively guaranteed), paid out quarterlyPotential extras such as company vehicleRetail discounts401(k) with match and profit sharingCompetitive salaryIf you are interested in this job or other Accounting and Finance career opportunities from LHH Recruitment Solutions (pka Parker + Lynch), please email Kyle Cheverko at kyle.cheverko@lhh.com, or visit our website at www.lhh.comEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit www.lhh.com. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.