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Overview A private equity-backed industrial and consumer portfolio is undergoing a strategic finance transformation, requiring a seasoned operational finance leader to establish and elevate standalone finance functions across multiple asset-intensive businesses. This role offers direct collaboration with investment teams and portfolio company executives, including opportunities to serve as interim CFO or Controller during critical carve-out and transition phases.
Located within a firm managing complex corporate divestitures, this position demands expertise in treasury, controllership, budgeting, and liquidity management to drive financial discipline and operational clarity. Title: Director of Finance Industry: Conglomerate Location: Downtown Los Angeles Responsibilities Direct and enhance finance operations and financial health across a diverse private equity portfolio of manufacturing and real estate assets.
Act as the primary liaison between investment professionals and portfolio company finance teams, ensuring alignment and transparency. Step into interim senior finance leadership roles such as CFO, Treasurer, or Controller at portfolio companies during transitional periods. Build and refine finance and accounting infrastructures within portfolio companies to support independent operations and compliance.
Lead the development and management of budgets, forecasts, cash flow strategies, and liquidity planning to optimize financial performance. Implement and monitor key financial and operational metrics to provide actionable insights into portfolio company results. Coordinate with external advisors—including auditors, tax consultants, and lenders—to support acquisitions, divestitures, and ongoing financing activities.
Qualifications Must-Have: 12+ years of progressive operational finance experience, with a strong background in controllership, FP&A, and treasury functions. Proven track record managing corporate carve-outs, divestitures, or standalone company formations within private equity environments. Experience supporting industrial or consumer businesses, particularly those with manufacturing operations or significant real estate holdings.
Demonstrated ability to lead finance teams and serve in interim CFO or Controller capacities during complex transitions. Strong financial acumen with the capacity to quickly identify and resolve accounting, liquidity, and operational challenges. Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with CEOs, boards, lenders, and cross-functional teams. Willingness and ability to travel regularly to portfolio company locations as needed.
Nice-to-Have: Experience working within private equity operating teams or transaction-focused finance roles. Familiarity with financial systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP platforms. Background in implementing internal controls, governance frameworks, and financial reporting standards (GAAP/IFRS).