Chief Financial Officer CFO

Indigo Signworks Inc•Fargo, ND

About The Position

Chief Financial Officer — Indigo Signs Location: Minnesota/North Dakota Region (multi-site leadership) Reports to: CEO | Partners closely with PE sponsors & Board Lead the Financial Future of a Market-Leading Manufacturing Company For nearly 30 years, Indigo Signs has helped some of the most recognizable brands in the Upper Midwest bring their identities to life. From custom-designed signage to full lifecycle service, we combine craftsmanship, operational strength, and deep market expertise to deliver exceptional value for regional and national customers. With seven locations, three manufacturing facilities, and the largest team of signage professionals in the region, our business is built on a commitment to quality and guided by our IMAGE core values: Integrity, Makers, Action, Growth, and Experience. As Indigo Signs enters its next phase of growth, backed by private equity, and poised for continued operational transformation, we are seeking a hands-on, performance-driven Chief Financial Officer to elevate financial visibility, build scalable infrastructure, and drive disciplined value creation. The Opportunity The CFO at Indigo Signs is not a back-office executive—this is a strategic, operational, and highly visible leadership role. You will guide the company’s financial model, partner closely with the CEO and President/COO, drive PE-aligned performance initiatives, and build a finance function capable of supporting accelerated growth, both organic and through acquisition. You will oversee finance, accounting, HR, and investor reporting—bringing clarity, structure, and strategic insight to every aspect of the business. If you thrive in an environment where you can roll up your sleeves in plant-level costing one moment and present investor-grade financial narratives the next, this role is built for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (required)
10+ years of progressive finance leadership
5+ years as CFO or senior finance leader in PE-backed manufacturing
Proven track record of EBITDA improvement
Multi-site operational finance experience
Advanced Excel modeling expertise (must be hands-on)
Expert-level QuickBooks experience (multi-entity accuracy & reporting)
Strong PowerPoint and board communication skills
Experience managing PE, lender, and investor relationships

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary financial liaison to PE sponsors
Execute the value-creation plan alongside the CEO/President
Drive EBITDA expansion through margin and operational efficiency initiatives
Develop bi-monthly investor reporting packages
Build quarterly board materials with investor-ready clarity
Translate operational data into clear financial insights
Present performance drivers, risk analyses, and strategic recommendations
Communicate KPIs, working capital shifts, cash flow, and capex ROI with precision
Develop multi-scenario financial models
Lead cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning
Build M&A models and synergy analyses for add-on acquisitions
Create all models independently—this role requires deep Excel mastery
Extract and optimize job cost visibility across all manufacturing sites
Drive margin accountability by department and location
Align weekly operational KPIs with financial interpretation
Improve billing, collections, A/R aging, and cash performance
Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes
Build and enhance dashboards, reporting tools, and ERP insights
Transform data into actionable recommendations—not just reports
Manage lender relationships, banking facilities, and capital structure
Lead diligence, modeling, and integration for acquisitions
Establish financial controls and reporting for new entities
Track post-close performance vs. underwriting case
Ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness
Strengthen internal control framework
Oversee insurance, risk, and OSHA-related financial exposure
Oversee HR, ensuring people strategy aligns with financial objectives
Lead compensation strategy, benefits oversight, and incentive plan design
Support talent development and succession planning
Maintain payroll accuracy and labor cost forecasting