Michael Page
CFO - Music and Live Entertainment
Michael Page, Beverly Hills, CA, United States
CFO role, reporting into the CEO and responsible for overall financial strategy and finance and accounting infrastructure.
Client Details
Our client is a medium sized business within the live entertainment space. They have grown quickly in the last few years and are now looking to bring in a CFO that will help them reach the next level. They have ambitious plans to continue their growth, but also to ensure their infrastructure is in a strong place to support this.
Description
- Financial Leadership: Provide strategic financial leadership and oversee the finance and accounting departments, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
- Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Accounting Oversight: Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting, manage month-end and year-end close processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- M&A Activities: Spearhead mergers and acquisitions (M&A) initiatives, including due diligence, valuation, integration, and strategic alignment with the company's growth strategy.
- Infrastructure Improvement: Enhance and optimize financial and accounting infrastructure, including systems, processes, and controls, to support scalable growth and operational efficiency.
- Growth Strategy Support: Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute strategies for growth, including new business opportunities, market expansion, and investment initiatives.
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and performance improvement.
- Investor Relations: Manage relationships with investors and stakeholders, providing transparent and compelling financial reporting and updates.
Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 6 years in a CFO role.
- Proven experience in managing accounting and finance teams, driving financial strategy, and overseeing M&A activities.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and infrastructure development.
- Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
- Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities and a deep understanding of financial and operational metrics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with executives, investors, and other stakeholders.
Job Offer
- Salary negotiable depending on experience.
- Bonus.
- Equity.
- Benefits.
- 5 days per week in Beverly Hills.