Aaron Watterson
Director
Aaron Watterson is a CFO and controller with over 20 years of experience in financial leadership. He excels in conveying numerical data for organizational decision-making and translating information into user-friendly documentation that drives efficient reporting.
As a CFO, Aaron has driven transformative growth across multiple companies, including a high-growth AI electrical manufacturing firm where his cross-functional leadership enabled seamless integration of financial and human capital strategies. Over three years, he guided the company from $7M to $110M in revenue, building scalable financial infrastructure while overseeing Finance, Accounting, and HR. Additionally, he developed and executed core financial operations including payroll systems, month-end close processes, forecasting models, and reporting frameworks, all while ensuring compliance, transparency, and agility during rapid expansion.
He has also led multiple manufacturing companies through double-digit growth while positioning them for successful exits and sales. Aaron’s expertise in building financial discipline, operational scalability, and investor-ready reporting has made him a trusted partner in high-stakes environments. As controller for North America's largest cereal plant, he secured $100M in capital through financial modeling, generating a 35% annual return. Aaron transformed monthly reporting from static spreadsheets into executive-ready dashboards, enhancing clarity and decision-making.
Today, Aaron leans on his diverse experience in financial leadership to seamlessly guide his clients through challenging transitions and exciting growth periods.
Resume
CFO Systems, LLC
Director
Moonshot
CFO
Kellogg Company
Plant Controller – Cereal
ConAgra
Finance Manager (various departments)
Senior Financial Analyst
Internal Audit Associate
