FirstWave Talent Strategies is a top-tier executive search and talent advisory firm based in Fort Worth, Texas. We focus on placing high-impact leaders in Healthcare, Aviation, IT/Tech, and Legal industries.

We are looking for a Strategic Finance & CPA advisor to work directly with the Founder in building the financial engine of a rapidly growing executive search firm. You will help design, implement, and steer the financial strategy that fuels FirstWave’s expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance

Architect FirstWave’s financial model (revenue, margins, contractor payouts)
Build forecasting models (monthly, quarterly, annual)
Advise on pricing strategy (placement fees, retainers, structures)
Support investor readiness and capital strategy

Operational Finance

Establish accounting systems, controls, and reporting cadence
Oversee cash flow management and runway planning
Develop contractor compensation tracking frameworks
Implement financial dashboards (KPIs, margins, profitability)

Compliance & Risk

Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Advise on tax strategy and entity optimization
Review contracts for financial implications

Executive Advisory

Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Founder
Provide insight on scaling decisions, hiring, and expansion
Support long-term financial vision

What We’re Looking For (FirstWave Fit)

Strategic thinker, not just a compliance executor
Builder mindset—comfortable creating from zero
High-trust operator with executive presence
Ability to challenge, advise, and elevate leadership decisions

Why Join FirstWave

Direct access to Founder-level decision making
Influence the financial foundation of a high-growth firm
Flexible, fractional engagement with high impact
Opportunity to evolve into a long-term strategic finance leader

Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
Experience supporting small businesses, startups, or growth-stage companies
Strong financial modeling and forecasting expertise
U.S.-based with knowledge of U.S. tax and compliance frameworks

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in recruiting, staffing, or professional services
Prior fractional CFO or advisory experience
Exposure to contractor-heavy or commission-based business models
Familiarity with scaling organizations from <$1M to $5M+

Flexible remote work arrangement
Opportunity to collaborate with purpose-driven leadership teams
Engagement in impactful projects with visionary organizations
Professional development through exposure to elite HR and compliance practices
Autonomy and ownership in shaping payroll and compliance strategies

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