Chief Executive Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview
Our client is a dynamic financial services company dedicated to funding growth and innovation across a range of businesses. With a strong focus on expansion, franchising, and unique financial products the company empowers clients to secure successful, scalable futures.

Position Overview
Our client is seeking a visionary and execution-focused Chief Executive Officer (CEO ) to lead a startup through a B2B factoring business. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep experience in financial services and thrives in early-stage or high-growth environments. Qualified candidates will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, driving financial and operational performance, developing unique funding products, and building a world-class leadership team.

Location: Newark, NJ
Reports to: Group CEO
Schedule: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $200,000 - $300,000 USD/Annually
Benefits: Healthcare, 401K, PTO, etc.


Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic vision and long-term growth plan.
• Lead the company’s expansion into the B2B factoring market with innovative financial products.
• Build, lead, and mentor high performing leadership teams across the business.
• Develop and implement scalable operational systems and processes.
• Secure and manage funding sources and financial partnerships.
• Monitor and manage credit risk, client portfolios, and underwriting standards.
• Foster a culture of innovation, transparency, accountability, and excellence.
• Represent the company to clients, investors, partners, and the broader financial community.
• Collaborate with the Group CEO and Board of Directors on strategic planning and performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of building and scaling early-stage financial services or fintech companies.
• Demonstrated expertise in B2B financial products—factoring, invoice financing, revenue-based lending, or similar.
• Ability to develop and execute go-to-market strategies and operational playbooks.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams, including product, operations, sales, and credit.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to attract, retain, and lead top-tier talent.
• Strong understanding of risk, compliance, and capital management.

Compensation
The published salary range is used as a guide to provide prospective candidates with a level of compensation that is competitive with today’s market. The salary range for this position is a good faith estimate that allows for flexibility to align with various levels of experience, education, and performance.

EEO Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


Please Note: Topaz HR is conducting this search on behalf of one of our clients. The employer's name will be disclosed during the interview process, and all hiring decisions will be made directly by the client.