Chief Financial Officer; CFO - Retail Center - Marshall, MN

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Retail Support Center - Marshall, MN

Job Category: Executive

Requisition Number: CHIEF
005944

• Posted :
  December 9, 2025
• Full-Time

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Retail Support Center #80 901 North Hwy 59 Marshall, MN 56258, USA

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all financial operations and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. This role reports directly to the CEO and will be instrumental in shaping financial strategy, driving growth initiatives, and ensuring compliance across a multi-location retail organization. The CFO will also manage financial operations for four related-party real estate companies and play a critical role in acquisitions and real estate transactions.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, family-oriented environment and understands the unique dynamics and strategies necessary for successful multi-location retail.

Target Hire Date: 3.1.2026.

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational growth objectives.
• Provide actionable insights to support store expansion, e-commerce development, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning for 90+ retail locations and four related-party real estate companies.
• Monitor key performance indicators and deliver recommendations to improve profitability and cash flow.

• Optimize cash flow and working capital to support operations and growth.
• Maintain banking relationships and financing strategies.
• Support real estate transactions, including negotiations, contract development with legal counsel, due diligence, and closing approvals.

• Support acquisition processes, including negotiations, financial due diligence, closing, and post-acquisition integration.
• Review and approve business contracts to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

• Ensure accurate financial reporting and adherence to GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee audits and maintain robust internal controls.
• Implement enterprise risk frameworks to identify and mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Champion insurance programs and business continuity planning.
• Collaborate with IT on cybersecurity and data protection initiatives.
• Monitor vendor credit exposure and conduct scenario planning for market volatility.
• Negotiation and business contract review.

• Collaborate with merchandising, supply chain, and store operations to manage inventory and cost controls.

• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing finance team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally in multi-unit retail or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax regulations, and ERP systems.
• Exceptional business acumen.
• Experience with real estate transactions, acquisitions, and contract review.
• Experience with insurance and business continuation planning.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing organization.
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits.

Apply Today and help shape the future of Runnings!

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Bachelors or better in Finance or related field.

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Bachelors or better in Finance or related field.

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