CFO Position OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive team. This is a Chicago-based (hybrid) role is responsible for directing all financial aspects of the company, driving financial strategy, and ensuring the company's long-term financial health. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong background in leading finance and accounting, preferably within a regulated broker-dealer environment in the fintech industry. As a senior leader, you will work closely with the CEO and other executives to make data-driven decisions that will shape the future of Halo Investing.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Strategy & Leadership:- Providing strategic and operational leadership, you will serve as a key financial advisor to the CEO and executive team on strategic planning, financial planning, and investment priorities.
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives to maximize profits and plan for growth.
- Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis, market trends, and business insights.
Regulatory Compliance & Broker-Dealer Operations:- Oversee all financial operations related to our broker-dealer, including regulatory reporting (FOCUS reports), net capital computations, and compliance.
- Ensure adherence to all FINRA and SEC financial regulations and requirements.
- Liaise with auditors and regulators on all broker-dealer financial matters.
Financial Planning, Analysis & Operations:- Lead the annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the firm.
- Provide in-depth financial analysis to identify key business drivers, trends, and opportunities for performance improvement.
- Direct all accounting operations, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP or IFRS.
Team Leadership:- Lead, manage, and mentor the team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Investor Relations:- Oversee investor relations and communication, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to all stakeholders.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA and/or MBA is strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in senior finance leadership roles within a regulated financial services firm, including proven experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, FinOp or similar role(s)
- Deep knowledge of broker-dealer operations, financial reporting, and regulations; FINRA Series 27 license is required, and a Series 24 is highly preferred.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to serve as a key partner on an executive team.
Halo's BenefitsThis is a great opportunity with a company that values and rewards its employees. Halo offers a competitive package of benefits and compensation that will make your work life both fulfilling and enjoyable.
- This is a Chicago-based hybrid role, working 3 days/week in Halo's downtown Chicago office.
- Work with a great team in an exciting work environment.
- Competitive compensation package including base salary and annual discretionary bonus based on personal and business objectives.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, life & disability, etc.
- Multiple voluntary benefits: identity protection, pet insurance, accident insurance and more!
- Flexible PTO policy
- 401k program to help build wealth for the future
- Paid parental leave to bond with your new addition
- Chicago-based employees have access to a company-paid, on-site gym, happy hours, and ad-hoc outings and activities like sports teams, volunteer events and more!
