Whether Rankin McKenzie is the capstone of a distinguished finance career or your next chapter after the corporate world, you’ll help Triangle growth companies win — with the independence you want and a strong team behind you.
They say variety is the spice of life — and that is exactly what Rankin McKenzie offers its CFOs and Controllers. Our partners are entrepreneurial at heart and enjoy helping growth companies achieve their goals, working with a variety of clients across many industries where each day is different. The average client engagement lasts 3+ years.
During their tenure, our partners are valued members of the client’s team, building a bond of trust with the CEO by drawing on years of knowledge and experience to really move the needle. And Rankin McKenzie is strong because of the sum of its parts — all our partners know each other and rely on one another for feedback, assistance, and support. It makes for a great team.
To empower our clients and partners to grow, succeed, and find fulfillment—personally, professionally, and financially.
Purpose-Driven ImpactWe strive to elevate and empower the businesses and people we serve.
Financial ExcellenceWe bring clarity and strategy to every financial decision.
Shared ExpertiseWe grow stronger by sharing knowledge and leveraging collective experience.
Collaborative CultureWe work with authenticity, respect, and integrity—together and with our clients.
Committed PartnershipsWe act as true partners—reliable, proactive, and results-focused.We work with companies in times of growth or transition by offering fractional or interim CFO expertise. A Rankin McKenzie CFO needs to be a natural leader who will take ownership of the clients finance and accounting functions and be a valued advisor to the CEO. Our partners step in to fill an important void and, as such, we require them to have a minimum of 15 years of experience. While we serve clients both locally and remotely, our CFOs need to be located in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the Triangle region of North Carolina.
A fractional or interim CFO with Rankin McKenzie will report directly to the CEO of our client and can expect to assume a number of important functions, including, but not limited to:
Our Controllers have a minimum of 15 years’ experience and knowledge.
A fractional or interim Controller with Rankin McKenzie will report directly to the CEO/CFO of our clients and will work with a variety of companies. While we serve clients both locally and remotely, our Controllers need to be located in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the Triangle region of North Carolina. Duties typically include, but are not limited to:
“Rankin McKenzie’s client base is diverse by design. We aren’t pigeonholed into one specific industry or client size, which can lead to rote solutions. Instead, we bring a fresh perspective to every project we take on.”View testimonial →
Rankin McKenzie’s client base is diverse by design. We aren’t pigeonholed into one specific industry or client size, which can lead to rote solutions. Instead, we bring a fresh perspective to every project we take on.
“When clients are in times of transition, they need an onsite CFO who functions with a high degree of autonomy and ownership. We meet that need with one very important value-add: each Rankin McKenzie interim CFO is backed by the…”Read full story →
When clients are in times of transition, they need an onsite CFO who functions with a high degree of autonomy and ownership. We meet that need with one very important value-add: each Rankin McKenzie interim CFO is backed by the expertise of our entire team. Drawing from that vast knowledge base lets us leverage best practices that help us deliver the best possible outcome for every client, every time.
“The one thing you can count on here is that every day will be different. The fast-paced environment keeps me on my toes and keeps my focus sharp. Clients benefit from the nimble mindset that is nurtured at Rankin McKenzie.”View testimonial →
The one thing you can count on here is that every day will be different. The fast-paced environment keeps me on my toes and keeps my focus sharp. Clients benefit from the nimble mindset that is nurtured at Rankin McKenzie.
“I’ve held positions where I performed essentially the same duties day in and day out. There is no such thing as routine here. Every day I’m called on to leverage different skills and I have benefited as a professional because of…”Read full story →
I’ve held positions where I performed essentially the same duties day in and day out. There is no such thing as routine here. Every day I’m called on to leverage different skills and I have benefited as a professional because of that.
“At Rankin McKenzie, the professional growth of our partners is as important as client growth. Professionals with strong skill sets and leadership instincts will find a career path here that is both challenging and rewarding.”View testimonial →
At Rankin McKenzie, the professional growth of our partners is as important as client growth. Professionals with strong skill sets and leadership instincts will find a career path here that is both challenging and rewarding.
“I came to Rankin McKenzie with solid experience and the notion that there wasn’t much more to learn. With every new client project I take on, I see how flawed that perception was. Stale mindsets have no place here. I’m thrilled…”Read full story →
I came to Rankin McKenzie with solid experience and the notion that there wasn’t much more to learn. With every new client project I take on, I see how flawed that perception was. Stale mindsets have no place here. I’m thrilled to learn from my colleagues and put my skills to work in a range of industries.
If you’re interested in joining our team as a CFO or Controller, review the roles above to confirm you’re a fit — then submit your resume below with your email and phone, and a Managing Partner will be in touch.
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