Jen Burton

Jen Burton

Experienced Finance Leader | CFO | Mentor
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Jen Burton is a seasoned finance leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth for midmarket companies and scaling businesses in dynamic environments. At LiftBridge CXO, she has built a reputation for delivering strategic financial leadership that empowers organizations to achieve their goals, from capital raises to successful IPOs and trade sales. Her ability to align finance with broader organizational goals has repeatedly set businesses on a path to sustainable success.

Jen’s skill in implementing robust financial systems and integrating them seamlessly with non-finance operations sets her apart as both a practitioner and a guide. She has led complex post-acquisition integration projects, ensuring that global processes, systems, and teams work in harmony, delivering operational excellence and driving business outcomes. These experiences enable her to mentor others who face similar challenges, offering practical advice rooted in real-world successes.

Known for her financial storytelling, Jen has a talent for translating intricate data into actionable insights. Her ability to craft compelling narratives not only supports executive decision-making but also inspires confidence across stakeholders, including boards, investors, and leadership teams. This storytelling prowess makes her an outstanding mentor, capable of teaching others how to effectively communicate financial vision and strategy.

Jen’s collaborative approach extends to building trust-driven relationships with diverse stakeholders, guiding leaders as they grow and scale their businesses. Her track record in M&A, ERP system implementations, and stakeholder engagement showcases her strategic insight and operational expertise. This unique combination of skills enables Jen to mentor rising financial leaders, sharing her knowledge while instilling the confidence needed to tackle their own high-stakes business challenges.

Jen’s mentorship is defined by empowering others to lead with clarity and purpose, leveraging her extensive experience to foster growth, drive innovation, and unlock the potential in those she supports. Her dedication to guiding others mirrors her commitment to delivering remarkable results, cementing her reputation as an exceptional mentor and financial partner.

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Expertise

Financial leadership
Startup CFO
Scaleup CFO
M&A
Post-acquisition integration
Shared services
Commercial negotiation
Debt management
Venture fundraising
Private equity
Investor relations
Board administration
ERP implementation
SEC reporting
Government contracts
Earned Value Management
Bid proposals
Lean principles
Six Sigma
Public accounting

Sector Expertise

Corporate finance
Startups
Scaleups
Mergers & Acquisitions
Technology
Manufacturing
Healthcare
Public service
Private equity
Venture capital
Government contracts
Aerospace
Engineering
Energy
Transport
Telecommunications
Logistics & Distribution
Supply Chain
Defence
IT Services
Business Services

Work Experience

Chief Financial Officer - RJE Business Interiors

Mar 2023 to Present · 2 yrs 9 mos Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Professional Services and Consulting

Chief Financial Officer - LiftBridge CXO

Nov 2021 to Mar 2023 · 1 yr 5 mos United States

Professional Services and Consulting

Chief Financial Officer - Morales Group, Inc.

Aug 2018 to Nov 2021 · 3 yrs 4 mos Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Professional Services and Consulting

Chief Financial Officer - Bluelock

Sep 2017 to Jul 2018 · 11 mos Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Technology and Software

Vice President Finance - Genesys

Dec 2016 to Aug 2017 · 9 mos Indianapolis, Indiana

Technology and Software

Vice President Finance - Genesys | Interactive Intelligence

Nov 2015 to Dec 2016 · 1 yr 2 mos Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Technology and Software

Director, NA Finance Service Center - Rolls-Royce

Apr 2009 to Nov 2015 · 6 yrs 8 mos Indianapolis, Indiana

Manufacturing and Industrial

Finance Director, Engineering & Technology - Rolls-Royce

Nov 2006 to Apr 2009 · 2 yrs 6 mos Indianapolis, Indiana

Manufacturing and Industrial

Vice President, Finance - Helicopters - Rolls-Royce

Apr 2003 to Nov 2006 · 3 yrs 8 mos Indianapolis, Indiana

Manufacturing and Industrial