Overview
Chief Operation Officer sought on behalf of rapidly growing regulatory compliance consulting firm.
As Chief Operating Officer (COO) to work closely with the Managing Partner in the development and implementation of scalable processes to support the next phase of the Firm’s growth. The COO will be responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations across finance, accounting, technology, human resources, legal, operations, and business administration. The COO will play a critical role in ensuring the firm’s financial health, operational discipline and efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This position requires a hands-on leader with experience in professional services operations, financial management, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Finance & Accounting: Oversee financial operations including budgeting, revenue recognition, cash flow management, invoicing, contractor payments, expenses, and coordination with external accountants and tax advisors. Ensure timely, accurate reporting and support quarterly advisory reviews.
- Technology & Systems: Manage IT strategy in partnership with external providers.
- Oversee cybersecurity, onboarding/offboarding, hardware procurement, and ensure core systems are effectively maintained and integrated.
- Human Resources & Recruiting: Lead the full employee lifecycle including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, training, and benefits administration. Build and manage a strong talent pipeline in partnership with senior management.
- Legal & Compliance: Maintain and update engagement agreements, policies, and procedures. Review and approve customer contracts. Ensure compliance with internal standards and applicable regulatory obligations.
- Operations & Administration: Direct daily business operations including monitoring project and client profitability and key performance indicators, vendor management, office administration, expense approvals, and system/account setup. Develop and implement processes to ensure operational efficiency and monitor project and client level profitability.
- Marketing & Business Development Support: Partner with senior management on client engagement letters, CRM data integrity, pipeline reporting, and marketing initiatives and thought leadership to support firm growth.
- Executive Leadership: Serve as a trusted advisor to the Managing Partner and leadership team. Provide operational insights, prepare materials for q
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
- 10+ years of experience in operations, finance, or professional services management.
- History of successfully scaling a company.
- Strong knowledge of accounting and business systems.
- Experience in compliance, consulting, financial services, or related industries preferred.
- Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Hands-on, detail-oriented, with a problem-solving mindset.
