Description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Confidential Search | Florida, Georgia | Multi-Franchise Automotive Group

A well-capitalized, high-growth automotive dealer group is conducting a confidential search for a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and execution across a multi-state, multi-franchise platform.

Headquartered in one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country, the organization operates multiple rooftops across Florida and Georgia and represents several of the most respected brands in the automotive industry. We are actively pursuing continued expansion and requires a financial leader capable of supporting both current operations and future growth.

This role is designed for a proven operator—a CFO who combines strategic perspective with a hands-on approach to financial management, team leadership, and process execution.

Position Overview

The Chief Financial Officer will serve as a key member of our executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial functions of the organization while partnering closely with ownership on strategic initiatives, including acquisitions, capital deployment, and long-term planning.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in a multi-franchise dealership environment, along with a demonstrated ability to scale financial infrastructure, lead high-performing teams, and drive performance across multiple locations.

Requirements

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, forecasting, budgeting, and treasury functions
• Partner with executive leadership and ownership to evaluate, structure, and execute acquisition opportunities and capital investments
• Establish and enhance scalable financial systems, reporting frameworks, and internal controls across a multi-state platform
• Provide timely, data-driven insights to improve operational performance and profitability at both the store and enterprise level
• Lead and develop a finance organization that emphasizes accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Owners Board on financial performance, risk management, and strategic planning
• Support long-range planning initiatives, including market expansion and capital strategy

Candidate Profile

• Significant experience within a multi-rooftop automotive dealership organization
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels
• Track record of scaling financial processes and infrastructure in a growth-oriented environment
• Experience working directly with ownership groups, boards, or private investors
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across functions and organizational levels

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; MBA and/or CPA preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience in a multi-dealership environment and/or public accounting
• Proven success leading finance teams and supporting organizational growth initiatives
• Automotive retail experience preferred, though not strictly required
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and analytical capabilities
• Confidentiality

All inquiries and discussions will be handled with the utmost discretion. Company details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.

Please direct resume and any inquiries to: cfopositioninquiries@gmail.com