Chief Financial Officer

THE COMPANY

Dependable Mechanical Corp., a portfolio company of Trident, is a leading provider of commercial plumbing and fire suppression services across the New York Tri-State area. Founded on a reputation for reliability, responsiveness, and technical expertise, the company serves a diversified and recurring customer base spanning commercial real estate, property management, construction, and related industries. Dependable Mechanical operates in a large, fragmented market with strong secular demand driven by aging building infrastructure, regulatory complexity, and the essential nature of its service lines. With Trident’s partnership, the company is executing a value creation plan centered on operational excellence, financial infrastructure buildout, and scalable platform development to support both organic growth and a strategic acquisition program. Trident is a New York based private equity firm.

THE ROLE

The Chief Financial Officer will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and Trident, leading all aspects of the finance function while driving enterprise value creation. The company is in a transition from founder-led to sponsor-backed. The ideal candidate will lead the evolution of the finance function through that transition while serving as a business partner to the leadership team, contributing as much to operating decisions as to the financials. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a finance executive who can build institutional-quality financial infrastructure, instill operating discipline, and translate data into actionable business decisions in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. The CFO will own financial strategy, planning and analysis, accounting and reporting, cash and working capital management, and financial systems — while also serving as a senior voice in operational improvement and cross-functional performance management. The ideal candidate will have numerous experiences within private equity-backed companies, bringing the pattern recognition of prior PE-backed environments and the versatility to operate at both strategic and tactical levels. Reports to the Chief Executive Officer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Strategy & Sponsor Partnership

• Partner with the CEO and Trident on financial strategy, capital planning, and value creation initiatives
• Deliver financial analysis, scenario modeling, and decision support to the executive team and Board
• Evaluate strategic investments, add-on acquisitions, and growth opportunities
• Serve as the primary financial interface with the sponsor, lenders, and external stakeholders

Financial Planning, Reporting & Controls

• Lead budgeting, rolling forecasts, and financial modeling aligned with the value creation plan
• Oversee accounting operations, monthly and annual close, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting
• Establish KPIs, management dashboards, and operating cadence reporting
• Maintain robust internal controls, financial policies, and audit and tax compliance
• Preparing and presenting financial and operational performance reports to boards of directors and private equity sponsors

Cash Flow & Capital Management

• Own cash management, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization
• Strengthen accounts receivable, collections, and accounts payable processes to improve cash conversion
• Manage banking relationships, debt obligations, covenant compliance, and lender reporting
• Support capital allocation decisions and financing strategy

Operational Excellence & Scalability

• Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve margins, productivity, and operating efficiency
• Partner with operations on project economics, pricing, procurement, and resource optimization
• Implement scalable financial systems, automation, and reporting infrastructure
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing finance and accounting team

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership, including CFO or VP Finance experience
• Prior experience in a private equity-backed or sponsor-owned environment required
• Track record building or transforming finance functions, systems, and teams
• Strong command of FP&A, financial modeling, cash flow management, and GAAP reporting
• Experience with M&A due diligence, post-acquisition integration, and lender/investor relations
• Demonstrated ability to partner with CEOs, operating leaders, and PE sponsors
• Excellent analytical, communication, and executive leadership capabilities

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Sector: Commercial Plumbing & Fire Suppression Services
Revenue: Lower Mid-Market
Sponsor: Trident
Compensation: Competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity participation

Website: www.dependablemep.com