Chief Financial Officer

Role Overview

• Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be a key business partner to the CEO and senior management team in the development and execution of the Company's strategic and financial plans.
• The CFO will have primary responsibility for all financial activities and be tasked with building the core financial practices to meet the needs of expanding operations.
• Although the CFO's primary responsibilities will encompass all financial elements of the organization, this individual's general business acumen, team leadership, and performance management will be equally important in the successful execution of the CFO's daily responsibilities.
• My client is seeking a leader who has the ability to integrate the finance function effectively into the Company's operations, maintaining the strong financial infrastructure required to support continued rapid growth.
• This person will be an active member of the Company's executive management team, contributing to financial operational and strategic decisions, and will be expected to demonstrate strategic leadership.
• Specifically, the CFO will play a key role in steering the organization through increasing operational complexity, as well as ensuring that the Company has a robust and scalable financial platform.
• In addition, the CFO will be responsible for partnering closely with the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• The CFO must also build strong relationships with current investors, external auditors, growth equity investors and private equity companies, investment banks, law firms, potential acquirers, and others.
• The ideal candidate for the position will have prior CFO experience in a large ($100 MM revenue +), high growth, entrepreneurial company and will have managed all aspects of the finance function.
• Prior experience in finance and accounting positions in larger organizations is also a plus, as is experience working closely with private investors.

 Specific responsibilities

• Run a highly effective finance and accounting organization with specific responsibility for driving the organization's fiscal performance.
• These activities take place within a complex product/service offering matrix. Activities include oversight of the core accounting functions, financial planning and analysis, cash management, credit and collections, budget/annual plan preparation, and audit.
• As the Company expands, tax and treasury functions will become increasingly important and must be enhanced to meet operational needs.
• Drive performance management through the creation of key metrics/KPIs that provide a forward-looking view into trends requiring management decisions and actions; report quarterly at Board meetings, with the ability to create and present specific information to investors.
• Improve and systematize FP&A processes, as well as KPI and financial performance reporting against company targets and goals
• Lead the efforts to develop a long-term capital plan for the business, which may include additional rounds of funding, an initial public offering, and/or debt financing; articulate the company story to investors, potential investors, and Wall Street.
• Serve as primary interface to the audit committee of the Board of Directors; present financial and operational plans to the Board of Directors.
• Provide confidence and assurance to the Board regarding the Company's operations through competence, integrity and professionalism.
• Develop and scale the company's financial and operational infrastructure required to meet agreed performance goals and targets within established budgets and timescales.
• Automate processes and systems to achieve efficiency gains and quality improvements on a sequential basis.
• Motivate and lead a high-performance team of managers and professionals; provide active mentoring as a cornerstone to career development.
• Attract, retain and promote individuals suited to operate in an entrepreneurial environment, requiring a willingness to "roll-up-the-sleeves", but also capable of contributing at a strategic level as needed.
• Ensure relationships between departments are collaborative and constructive, supporting the development and execution of operating plans on a quarterly and annual basis.

Qualifications

• Strong academic credentials required; an MBA is strongly preferred and a CPA is also a plus
• The ability to strike a balance between managing the day-to-day finance function and influencing the strategic vision of the Company
• Financial and business acumen to negotiate key business contracts (The company's customer base is comprised of large, global and sophisticated customers)
• Acute awareness of investor mindsets and ability to frame and drive value-maximizing outcomes

Personal Attributes and Values

• Self-confident, self-driven leader who will speak up, does not succumb to groupthink and is comfortable weighing in or articulating a contrary point of view in a collaborative setting.
• Embraces healthy conflict based on a foundation of trust in order to reach the best possible outcomes.
• Capable of handling difficult conversations, does not defer them unduly, and can teach others how to do the same.
• Self-aware, collaborative, and open to feedback without becoming defensive or taking things personally.
• Straightforward, no-nonsense style. Calm and level-headed under pressure.
• A great communicator who leads by example and inspires teams at all levels of the organization.
  
• Impeccable integrity and ethical standards. What you see is what you get. Honest, straightforward and accustomed to aligning with peers on the SLT and preventing divisions from emerging between departments.
  

• Gather business requirements, recommend and implement solutions for financial consolidation and reporting initiatives using the SAP Business Planning and Consolidations (BPC) application.
• Responsible for configuration and deployment of initial and ongoing Implementations of the BPC Application. This position involves 50% gathering and interpreting business requirements (working closely with accounting and finance teams) and 50% technical (configuration, report development, testing support, written documentation, etc.).
• Responsible for continued support of  business in day-to-day use of the BPC application and reporting functionality.

• Serve as IT Lead Business Analyst focusing on SAP Global Financial Reporting and Consolidations for the companies.
• Liaison between business users and development teams, by translating and clarifying business requirements into technical requirements needed by Data Services and BW resources
• Work as a business partner with client users across Accounting & Finance business area
• Perform functional testing on newly developed functionality
• Document the functional requirements & business case for all requested changes
• Work closely with BW, Data Services, and integration resources to build integrated solutions
• Monitor production to identify candidates for long term application improvements
• Partner with Global Controller to capture requirements, analyze and leverage delivered system features/functions and explore new technical functionality
• Develop and execute test cases, comprehensive test plans and perform unit testing with system developers to ensure overall functionality and technical quality of deliverables.
• Manage all phases of the software development lifecycle including design, implementation, deployment, development, testing and maintenance as it relates to BPC
• Prioritize requirements and manage expectations; Partner with business leads to review the functional requirements for projects and determine feasibility
• Inspire and work closely with team members and foster a team environment
• Will present on occasion, internal initiatives to large groups, IT Steering Committee, and/or Senior Management
• Conducts frequent client communication with purpose to gain consensus or compromise on problems. Builds relationships with client contacts.
• Understand company goals and objectives worldwide and analyze the needs of the environment to meet goals and objectives.
• Collaborates with management of other areas to set priorities for different work efforts.  Ensure adherence to change management procedure.Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting practices, GAAP, and IFRS
• Demonstrated experience with SAP BPC Netweaver10.0/ 10.1 or higher including EMP and Data Manager report development
• Working knowledge of SAP BW process chains, data extraction and modeling in support of the BPC application back-end functions
• Hands on implementation experience in revenue forecast, P&L, BS planning and cost center planning
  
• Preferred knowledge/understanding of BPC Optimized for S4
• Working knowledge of SAP FI and CO master data in order to evaluate and analyze the impact of configuration or process changes on the BPC application
• Working knowledge of Simple Finance integration points with BPC
• Minimum2 full lifecycle implementations of BPC integrated with a Tier 1 ERP System
• Strong Analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills; Ability to communicate technical concepts and issues with non-technical audiences verbally and in writing.
  
• Outstanding team-building skills along with a relentless focus on providing great customer service.
  
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to effectively interface with business users.
  
• 5+ years experience in requirements gathering, validation, definition, and documentation
  
• 5+ years experience in defining, improving, and documenting business processes
  
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment including the ability to work collaboratively with business users, IT staff and various levels of management
  
• Travel approx 35% (Domestic & International)
  

Regulatory Operations Manager

• The regulatory and government affairs Manager provides direction and information as part of the management team to implement policies and develop products in line with the company and ensure company compliance with state and federal regulations.   
• Acts as liaison providing strategic regulatory guidance for the organization. Interacts with external regulatory community and have a good knowledge base of US regulations, be familiar with development process with a focus on telecommunications and a solid understanding of promotional activities. 
• Oversee the process and procedures of standard operational procedures necessary to facilitate and maintain regulatory compliance for levels of the organization. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process easement documentation to include record to the appropriate agency, process payment to land owner
• Manage CLEC licenses, Annual Reports, and 499Q and 499A requirements with federal and state agencies.
• Support the ongoing management of the state compliance/audit binders for telecom entities.
• Support the ongoing management of state rulings as it relates to telecommunications/cable.
• Maintain and track regulatory reporting calendar.
• Participate as needed in document production and research related to Data Request responses.
• Assist with consumer complaint research and responses.
• Collect and organize files and update corporate files and records.
• Administer and track regulatory filings and tariffs.
• Assist in managing various projects toward meeting regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Support internal teams to adhere to regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Research and provide supporting data
• Approve daily deposits
• Work with CSR’s regarding customer service inquires/issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. Degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with members of all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to show good judgment, consistency, timeliness and respect in decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results on a timely basis.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities at one time and consistently achieve results on a timely basis.
  

Chief Financial Officer

• My Client provides cutting edge software to many of the leading banks and lenders in US, Europe, and Australia.
• My client has a global presence and extensive reach. 
• With substantial growth and transformation expected over the next 2-3 years, the company is looking to recruit a Chief Financial Officer (CFO).   
• This position will report to the CEO, and partner with our Sales and Marketing teams to drive revenue and client success. 
• The company is profitable, has a strong balance sheet and highly-supportive venture capital backing. 
• The company’s management team is comprised of industry veterans who have led the company to its current position as a dominant player in its industry segment.

Why make a career move to my client?

• You will enjoy the freedom and rewards of winning in an entrepreneurial culture with a group of professionals who are respected industry experts building enterprise grade software products.
• If you have always wanted to be an entrepreneur who builds a successful business, they are is ready for you.  This is your opportunity to be part of a successful SaaS firm that is at a significant inflection point in its growth trajectory.

Position Summary

• The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic financial and administrative support to the Company and is the chief financial spokesperson for the organization.
• The CFO reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and is responsible for all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and the securing of new funding.
• The CFO works closely with Company Board members and senior executives to develop and execute plans to drive the growth of the business. 
• The CFO will also serve as the Corporate Secretary.

Specific Accountabilities
Strategic

• Work with the CEO on the company’s strategic vision including fostering and cultivating shareholder and stakeholder relationships.
• Provide the Company with an operating budget. Work with the CEO and department heads to provide adequate resources to support budget objectives, and information to ensure proper budget management.
• Assess the benefits of all prospective contracts and advise the Executive Team on financial implications.
• Ensure adequate controls are in place and effectively operating to enable the Company to efficiently and effectively pass third-party audit and financial scrutiny.
• Oversee the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities for the Company.

Management

• Monitor banking activities of the organization and negotiate bank credit facilities on behalf of the Company.
• Ensure adequate cash flow to meet the Company's needs.
• Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the Company and the preparation of the annual financial statements is in accordance with U.S. GAAP and federal, state and other required schedules and reports both in the U.S. and internationally.
• Oversee tax, accounting and currency related requirements for the company’s overseas operations.
• Oversee all purchasing, disbursement and payroll activities for the Company.
• Attend Board and Subcommittee meetings; including being the lead staff on the Audit/Finance Committee.
• Investigate cost-effective benefit plans and other fringe benefits which the organization may offer employees and potential employees with the goal of attracting and retaining qualified individuals.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and timely calculation of merit increases, commissions, and salaries for the staff.
• Maintain and understand the equity history and capitalization table of the Company.
• Serve as one of the trustees and oversee administration and financial reporting of the Company’s 401(k) plan.
• Oversee business insurance plans and health care coverage and renewals.
• Develop supporting staff within the finance and HR organizations to enable personal and professional growth and support proper succession planning.
• Oversee facility and office management functions of the business.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. 
• CPA or MBA highly preferred.
• 10+ years demonstrated success leading in a dynamic corporate environment.
  
• Proven technical acumen in Finance and Accounting domains
  
• Proven career progression and strong evidence of managing and developing teams.
• Experience working in a high-growth entrepreneurial environment.
• Experience working in venture-backed or private equity funded businesses.
• Proven success in handling Human Resources.

Critical Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with strong operational and communication skills; comfortable communicating at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to lead team to handle multiple priorities in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Proven proactive behavior - taking the initiative and acting in advance rather than simply reacting to circumstances and events.
• Respectfully talent-focused: committed to nurturing a positive, innovative work setting.
• Tenacious – enjoys rolling up sleeves when necessary to accomplish things.
• High emotional intelligence, well-developed listening skills.
  

Director of Operations

• This position will Oversee (Purchasing - Warehouse - Manufacturing Managers )
• The position is responsible for managing and leading warehousing, , distribution, procurement, and logistics; continuous process improvement activities; and capital expenditure projects.
• This is a senior role which involves overseeing the operations of a diverse product portfolio and ensuring the organization is running as well as it possibly can, with a smooth efficient process that meets the expectations and needs of customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Warehousing & Order Fulfillment
• Direct all material warehousing and order fulfillment activities with the goal of meeting world class service levels
• Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs.
• Direct the movement, storage, or processing of inventory
• Implement and manage efficient transportation & distribution practices
• Monitor all distribution services including receiving, delivery, processed returns and administrative activities to ensure customer requirements and DC goals are met
• Set up new locations or 3PL warehouses as needed
• Inventory & Materials Management
• Direct material handling operations and improve procedures
• Responsible for cost, quality, and availability of components and materials
• Proper management of all inventory assets including raw material, work-in-process, sub-contract, and finished goods
• Purchasing & Supplier Management
• Direct all procurement activities and lead the site procurement team with the goal of reducing material costs and meeting on-time material requirements
  
• Plans and implements activities related to the timely, cost-effective procurement, inventory control and quality control of both production and prototype materials, including subcontracted processes
• Engage actively in supplier performance management, measurement and KPI
• Forecasting & Planning
• Ensures coordination and fosters a strong working relationship between sales and operations to maintain a forecast and associated supply to meet customer demand
• Directs the team ensuring availability of materials in the supply chain, as required per production schedules and forecasts, and the maintenance of inventory at minimum acceptable levels
• Demand Forecasting: Guide supply/demand trends in order to strategically forecast future needs and maintain minimum acceptable inventory levels
• Capacity planning: Supervise all planning activities such as reviewing warehouse process flow, capacity planning, and productivity measurement tools.
• Direct and clearly communicate demand forecasting and warehouse requirements cross functionally with Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Finance
• Freight and Logistics
• Actively manage inbound, outbound, and transfer freight spend to ensure competitive cost and service, from supplier selection and contracting through execution.
• Lead improvement projects such as shipment consolidation and mode optimization.
• Collaborate with other locations to ensure compliance with corporate freight programs.
• Develop and maintain metrics to quantify performance.
• Strategic Leadership - leading, coaching and developing a diverse group of exempt and non-exempt team members
• Developing and setting budgets/business plans and managing cost in meeting the organization's goals and objectives
• Driving the assessment, implementation and execution of Lean Continuous Improvement Program.
• Responsible for developing and executing an integrated strategy, relating to the current and future needs of distribution
• Continuous Improvement - make recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations.
• Focus on production and delivery metrics and leading improvements
• Fostering collaboration with Process Engineering to identify the root cause of process issues and helping to implement the selected solution.
• Driving to the root cause of quality issues and working cross-functionally to propose and implement solutions
• Using strong analytical and operational experience to constantly seek out improvements in cost reduction, inventory reduction, standardized processes, and performance metrics
• Capital Expenditure Projects - serving as lead for facility capital projects, problem-solving closely with the Young leadership team to address new opportunities in a manner consistent with the company's objectives
• Acting as the "owner" of the functional specifications for buildings, infrastructure and equipment, and evaluating the feasibility of any changes or options proposed
• Partnership/Support - work closely and continuously with the leaders in product development, account management/customer service, maintenance, engineering and regulatory affairs to problem-solve successful product introductions, sustainable compliance and effective production planning and scheduling

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field
• At least 8 years' of progressively responsible work experience in operations/supply chain/distribution
• At least three years of experience in a supervisory capacity
• Experience with warehouse acquisitions

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Demonstrated track record of driving financial performance in operational or strategic roles.
• Experience in managing multiple distribution locations required
• Experience in setting up and working with 3PL's
• Thorough knowledge and previous successful application of Lean principles
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines.
• Ability to successfully train, motivate and direct the work of others, including the ability to develop team members and build a strong and effective organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Capable financial acumen

Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

• We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and analytical senior FP&A professional to join our FP&A team as high level individual contributor.

Position Summary, Responsibilities and Expectations:

• You are a highly analytical individual with good business sense, excellent judgement and a practical approach to data and solutions.
• You are perceptive, relentlessly curious, a fast learner and move quickly in a proactive fashion.
• As a senior member of the FP&A team you will take a leadership role in the development of forecasts, budgets, ad-hoc analysis and engage with other business teams to provide visibility to data, analysis and insights enabling informed decision making.
• Much of your initial time will be immersed in analytics surrounding performance trends, mix analysis, deeply understanding margins, forecasting and understanding business drivers.
• You will need to build creative and elegant solutions to enhance efficiency, visibility and get to the crux of the story behind the data that you will craft and report to senior and executive leadership.
• You will work cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales and other business teams and have C-Suite exposure.
• Your analysis will drive decisions that will have a direct and visible impact on the bottom-line.

Finance/Operations Collaboration

• Actively participate in monthly business reviews and provide analytical support (focused on strategic insights) to the operational leadership teams
  
• Manage creation and distribution of managerial reporting packages that enable PSAV’s leadership team to monitor and drive performance improvement initiatives
• Own all financial reporting and strategic analyses for SVP of Business Operations leader (P&L owner)
• Analyze and extract insights from highly complex data sets and communicate insights in simple, executive level written form
• Leverage data to drive strategic insights and make actionable, results oriented recommendations to drive business value
• Identify the drivers of financial performance in each region and sub-region
• Provide in-depth analysis and recommendations on labor management, discount management, capital expenditure and sub-rental management
• Support Executive Team with ad hoc financial analysis

 Budgeting, Forecasting and Planning

• Lead region’s annual budgeting process through collaboration with all divisions, business units and corporate departments
• Work with executive leadership to ensure budgeted performance is in line with economic and industry expectations
• Leverage organizational reporting tools (budgeting software, CRM, etc.) to update forecasted performance throughout the year; provide weekly flash forecasts to inform executives of near term performance
• Collaborate with corporate finance team to build 5 year long range plans
  

Responsibilities:

• Help ensure data quality and accuracy with periodically reviewing assumptions being used and addressing gaps
• Drive complex modeling of analytics surrounding forecasting
• Become subject matter expert in channel selling model and corporate expert/go-to person on segment/product line/regional/channel profitability
• Support business teams with analysis, forecasting, budgeting, investigating variances and projects
• Support monthly financial review/reporting process and presentations for executives and BOD
• Drive implementation of new planning and reporting system
• Engage closely with product teams and execs on providing actionable data and insights
• Work with accounting and business on expense accruals and needed information to support operating spend transparency
• Streamline processes and automate business reporting

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Smart, enthusiastic, can-do attitude
• Big picture perspective yet strong attention to detail
• Strong business acumen and executive presence
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Team working skills and ability to manage deliverables in rapidly changing environments
• Process oriented, use a structured approach to problems and work
• Ability to anticipate issues/needs and drive solutions

Essential Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, consulting other similar finance roles
• BS Finance, Accounting, or other analytical field
• MBA a plus
• High aptitude and experience with business analytics, large data sets and reporting tools. Excel wizard
• FP&A subject matter expert

Advantageous:

• Oracle, planning and reporting tools such as Oracle EPBCS, Hyperion, Essbase,
• Consumer electronics industry experience
• Experience with contra revenue in a channel selling environment
  

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER VP of ACCOUNTING

• The Chief Financial Officer who will be responsible for directing the corporate accounting activities and functions, including, the accounting close and consolidation process, internal reporting, establishing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures; interpreting guidance regarding complex accounting issues, new accounting pronouncements and regulations and effectively managing significant interaction and communication with other corporate functions.
• The Head of Finance and Accounting, the Chief Financial Officer will also work with external auditors for its annual year-end audits.
• The company is looking for an extremely detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a dynamic environment.

 Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance strong controllership environment
• Ensure all financial statements and reports are prepared and presented in a timely manner including income statements, balance sheets, and cash-flow statements. Owner of balance sheet
• Partner with department heads to drive all accounting initiatives
• Liaison with external partners, including external auditors, 3rd party suppliers
• Drive the month, quarter and year end closes
• Partner closely with the FP&A team in identifying and mitigating risk and opportunities and throughout the financial planning and close processes
• Review deal contracts in regards to financial reporting and tax matters
• Manage and lead Accounting IT projects both domestically and internationally
• Oversight and review of accounting policies and controls, ensuring GAAP compliance
• Identify and implement process improvements and simplification initiatives
• Oversees the performance of the accounting team to ensure the successful and timely completion of the month-end close process for the organization
• Grow and cultivate the Accounting team with an emphasis on performance, accuracy and communication
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
• Other various special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or equivalent field
• CPA
• 15 plus years of accounting experience, Internet and/or digital advertising, a plus
• Prior leadership in yearly corporate audit
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and technical accounting expertise
• Advance MS Excel proficiency and other MS Office products required
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently

Desired Characteristics

• Must possess strong strategic and analytical skills combined with solid business and financial acumen
• Dynamic leader and effective manager with the ability to lead, manage, develop, mentor, and motivate accounting team members to ensure that department goals, objectives, milestones, and deliverables are achieved
• Must have strong presentation skills
• Strong leader of a room and persuasive communicator of a vision
• Ability to provide thoughtful, strategic insights in a clear and concise manner to senior leadership
• Must be able to interact with all levels of management
• Must be an excellent team player that possesses solid interpersonal and organizational skills
• Excellent communicator in both oral and written settings
• High energy level; strong work ethic
• Self-driven, independent thinker
• Results-oriented, decisive
• Innovative/creative problem solver and a driver of change
• Self-confident and able to act on constructive feedback
• Personal/professional integrity and proven discretion in handling confidential information
• Excellent judgment, a collegial orientation and a proactive, persuasive and confident communication style
• Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization by influencing others
• Ability to demonstrate intelligence, strategic sense and personal strength by articulating a merit-based, convincing POV
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail should be complemented by a flexible approach to shifting priorities
• Creativity, adaptability, tenacity, a sense of urgency and a hands-on orientation
  

• Finance Director– The Finance Director is a business-oriented finance and accounting executive with the responsibility to oversee and manage all financial management, accounting and asset management.
• The Finance Director will direct the fiscal functions of the entity including, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and accounting.
• The Finance Director interprets financial and statistical trends, projects financial needs, plans recommends, and implements actions to achieve desired financial results.
• The scope of responsibility encompasses long and short term financial, strategic planning, capital and operational planning, capital discussions and revenue generation.

• Be an effective business partner to the general manager and operations team by providing insight into the financial implications of a variety of business, commercial, and operational scenarios.
• Communicate effectively status and issues facing the business at all levels.
• Develops reporting to monitor the performance of the business and strategic initiatives.
• Develops clear and concise communication to ensure initiatives are understood and accountability achieved.
• Develop the capabilities of the business unit’s financial team members.
• Establishes, tracks and asses working capital levels within the division.
• Identifies opportunities to improve working capital and develops action plans to implement.
• Reviews and approves all capital expenditure requests, partnering with plant leadership to validate cost/benefit analysis; ensures post-investment analysis is performed to monitor actual results vs expected benefits
• Oversee and manage accounting, cost accounting, and budgeting activities.
• Manage the accounting system in accordance with both standard accounting principles and corporate accounting policies to provide visibility of the financial condition of the division.
• Prepare monthly financial reviews for the executive and local management team including variance reports, KPIs and other management accounting reports.
• Insure that integrated planning and forecasting tools are in place to provide management visibility of progress toward meeting financial performance goals.
• Conduct analysis of financial performance of all projects, cost accounts, manufacturing value streams and overall plant P&L.
• Reports out on results and recommends corrective actions.
• Responsible for implementing and managing cost control methods and procedures.
• Oversees the accounting, cost accounting, forecasting and budgeting activities for the P&L, balance sheet and income statement.
• Partners with the plant GM’s and finance to ensure viability of budget and forecasts and line of sight to monitor performance against goals.
• Coordinate the completion of business plans and forecasts, budgetary comparisons, profit analysis, operations reviews, appropriate requests and other financially related documents.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable Generally Accepting Accounting Principles (GAAP) and ensures financial records comply with such standards
• Partner with management team to create, analyze and justify business cases for capital expenditures, new customer quotations or strategic business actions.
• Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and guidelines.
• Support, recommend and implement process and procedure change to improve efficiencies and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Other duties may be assigned or required for this position
  

• A proven record of accomplishment of successfully leading all financial operations, cash management and accounting controls.
• Proficient in various accounting, financial and MRP/ERP software use.
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Advanced skills in Excel.
• A minimum of 10 years of broad experience and a minimum of a four-year degree in accounting or finance.
  

• An advanced degree is highly preferred with a either a CPA or CMA designation and/or MBA.
• Ability and experience working in a manufacturing company
• Analytical and a strong communicator.
• Develops future leaders from existing leadership

Job Requirements

• Years Of Experience

• Min/Preferred Education
• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree

• CPA, CMA or MBA
  

Controller

• The successful candidate will direct all Finance department activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, month end closing, year-end audit and be responsible for all balance sheet account reconciliations.
• The Controller will assist the CFO with the financial affairs of the organization and with preparation of financial analyses of operations, including interim and final financial statements with supporting schedules, for the guidance of management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the activities of the Accounting Department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements.
• Establish and maintain systems and controls which verify the integrity of all processes and data to enhance the Company's value.
• Maintain appropriate Internal Controls and assure compliance with GAAP.
• Establish and maintain principles to report revenue recognition to users of financial statements about the nature, amount, timing, and uncertainty of revenue from contracts with customers.
• Provide formal leadership for the Accounting Team; including team development, mentorship, performance conversations and individual career development of team members.
• Manage the Accounts Receivable and Commission team to ensure the accurate and timely management of all Accounts Receivable aging components including billings, cash receipts application and corporate credit policy.
• Manage the Accounts Payable Department, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, purchase orders, petty cash, core employee expense reports, cash control, and total corporate payroll tax compliance.
• Safeguard assets and assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls and checks across all departments.
• Ensure the reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Act as a business partner to Sales, Services and Operations; collaborating on customer, order management, project management, and inventory control business processes and financial reporting and analysis.
• Coordinate annual external audit.

Education and/or Experience:

• BS in Accountancy required, CPA preferred, MBA desired.
• 8+ years of experience in all aspects of accounting desired.
• Process and Team Management experience required.
• High computer application literacy including Microsoft Office Suite. ERP/Service provisioning platform experience required
  

Pricing Director

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

• We look for Teamwork: Creates a constructive work environment by contributing ideas, being receptive to other’s ideas, and leveraging differences with integrity.
• We look for Communication Skills: Listens intently and displays curiosity, asking questions that lead to an impactful, collaborative environment.
• We look for Decision Making / Problem Solving: Listens to the opinions of others, evaluates problems, and proposes constructive solutions.
• We look for Job Knowledge: Learns how the business works and builds expertise while leading others to grow their own skills.
• We look for Managing Work: Sets priorities and determines resource needs to achieve goals efficiently and is accountable for results.
• We look for Customer Focus: Is a trusted customer advocate, selflessly meeting all internal and external needs with integrity.
• We look for Action Oriented: Passionate about the work and the goals of the company, maintaining high levels of productivity and a positive impact.
• We look for Strategic Agility: Understands the company’s vision, prioritizes their work accordingly and makes knowledgeable decisions.

Position Description

• The Chief Financial Officer will be focused on delivering exceptional financial planning and analysis support as well as identifying, evaluating and driving M&A transactions from cultivation to close.
• This position will provide leadership to key strategic initiatives within the organization seeking to maximize the value creation. The CFO will partner cross functionally providing sound judgement, confident decision making and advice in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and competing priorities.
• This position demands excellent organizational and administrative skills, with self-motivation and attention to detail, and a customer service orientation.
• Partner with the executive team to provide business and financial leadership during the process of identifying and evaluating new acquisition opportunities consistent with strategic objectives
• Lead financial planning and budget management functions with all lines of business
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of all internal financial report schedules to the executive team
• Actively drive accountability, monitor performance, and develop financial improvement initiatives across all business lines
• Accomplish objectives by establishing plans, budgets, and results measurements; allocating resources; reviewing progress; making mid-course correction
• Direct improving processes, operations and efficiencies to maximize profitability and help position for continued aggressive growth
• Support corporate development initiatives including evaluating, re-structuring and executing M&A transactions and business divestitures as required to continue to rebalance the business portfolio
• Lead the due diligence process by conducting thorough investigations of the market, financial, managerial, operational and technological aspects of the target companies
• Oversee the execution of financial analyses in supporting the financing of transaction
• Prepare briefing and discussion materials about recommended targets and M&A transactions to the CEO, Board of Directors and investors
• Guide in tactical and strategic realms, addressing commercial, financial risk and legal issues
• Consult with General Counsel for legal & economic deal terms and alternative approaches to risk allocation
• Monitor competitive landscape to identify and prioritize opportunities, including tracking public companies and interacting with investment bankers and other sources of deal opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with potential strategic partners, strategic targets and their advisors including business brokers and investment banks
• Ensure effective management of post-closing deal terms and hand-off to integration teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or a quantitative discipline
• 8+ Years’ Experience in Finance, M&A, corporate development, investment banking, consulting and/or private equity with manufacturing, distribution and/ or related experience
• 5+ years’ Experience in strategic management or consulting position
• Experience in full life-cycle closed M&A transactions, including pre-deal operations due diligence, integration planning, synergy and cost savings analysis, and/or post-close transformation
• Proven business acumen and demonstrated track record of identifying, negotiating and managing successful strategic alliances, partnerships, licensing arrangements and other third-party relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or other advanced business degree
  

• Deep understanding of web AND mobile platform development
• 3+ years React / Redux experience
• 1-3 years React Native experience
• 3+ years Node.js experience
• 3+ years working with MySQL and noSQL databases
• Knowledge of Apple's Human Interface Guidelines
• Passionate about UX
• SDLC savvy
• Expert with HTML5 and CSS/SASS/Less
• Server-side experience is ideal
• Proven leadership experience preferred
• AWS cert or otherwise preferred
• Azure or the like preferred
• Ability to create and consume RESTful web services and work with remote data via REST and JSON
• Experience working in a Cloud / SaaS environment
• Independent and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance
• Strong work ethic and ability to handle multiple projects at once
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  

Senior Systems Engineer – Tactical Air Weapons (Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground)

VA-Alexandria

We're seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for Tactical Air Weapons.  This position will assist in supporting our Office of the Secretary of Defense customer in Alexandria, VA.Security Clearance Requirements  Secret 

• Responsible for providing contemporary technical insights, expertise, and analysis of Tactical Air Weapons (air-to-air and air-to-ground) for MDAP/MAIS programs in support of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Systems Engineering (DASD(SE)), Director, Major Program Support.

• Providing program, systems engineering, and acquisition support to the government team lead for the Fixed Wing and Weapons portfolio.
• Conducting OSD-level technical reviews and assessments of DoD major acquisition programs (e.g., PDR, CDR, PSR). Evaluate and make recommendations to the Milestone Decision Authority on the readiness to enter/exit acquisition milestone in accordance with statutory (e.g. WSARA), regulatory (e.g. DoDI 5000.02), and DoD guidance (e.g. DAG).
• Aiding Service acquisition offices in developing (and coordinating) comprehensive Systems Engineering Plans (SEPs) for DASD(SE) approval
  
• Presenting to senior acquisition leadership on the technical status and issues associated with assigned Tactical Air Weapons systems in preparation for acquisition decision meetings.
  
• Maintaining objective insight into programs’ requirement performance, technical metrics, schedule, risks, engineering management, production, integration, and other engineering discipline heath and status via quarterly (at minimum) engagement with the program office and contractor sites for the assigned portfolio.
• Performing ad hoc analysis and generation of high quality technical reports and presentations for senior DoD leadership to support various public speaking engagements, symposium, conferences, and Congressional/OSD/Service reports.

• Must have expert technical knowledge of many of the following programs: AGM-88E, AARGM, AIM-120, AMRAAM, AIM-9X, B61, HTM, JAGM, JASSM-ER, JDAM, JSOW C-1, OASuW, SDB II, or other classified weapons programs
• Highly Desired: Expert technical knowledge of the weapon-aircraft mission systems integration/fusion for end-to-end effectiveness of these weapons from the following platforms: F-18, F-15, F-22, F-35, B-2, or other classified platform.
• Desired: some expertise concerning Electronic warfare for any of the following programs: CIRCM, EA-18G, F/A-18 E/F, F-15 EPAWSS, JCREW, IDECM, LAIRCM, NGJ, or other classified EW programs
• Experience performing system engineer functions to include the planning and evaluation of design reviews (PDR/CDR), technical performance measures, program requirements, system engineering plans, risk, and schedules for DoD acquisition programs.
• Highly desired: Chief Engineer and SEP development experience.
• Experience working in an acquisition program office (ACAT 1D preferred) or on Service/OSD staff overseeing acquisition programs (preferably for Tactical Air Weapons)
• In-depth understanding of the technical and programmatic elements of DoD acquisition lifecycle, activities, timeline, acquisitions, best practices, policies, dependencies, and interrelationships associated with DoDI 5000.02
• Previously supported a senior-level staff in a Military Service or OSD (acquisition or otherwise)
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint; Strong analytical and statistical analysis capability; Have performed critical analysis of  technical data with the goal of recommending corrective courses of action?Possess excellent interpersonal and proven communication skills: must have experience providing briefings and presentations to senior-level officials (samples of briefings and relevant analysis/report capability will be required);
• Minimum of ten (10) years of Department of Defense (DoD) experience in acquisition, engineering, operationally relevant, and/or program management experience
• Must have at minimum a SECRET clearance, and capable of obtaining a TS clearance.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering/science field
• Desire: DAWIA or INCOSE Systems Engineer or Developmental Engineer Certification
• Desired: Familiarity with DoD data repositories such as DAES, DAMIR, JCIDS, KMDS, AIR, etc.
• Desired: Previous Pentagon staff experience
• Desired: Creative with strong data visualization skills
• Desired: Master’s degree in an engineering field
  

Senior Systems Engineer - Communications

Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for Communication Systems.  This position will assist in supporting our Office of the Secretary of Defense customer in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing contemporary technical insights, expertise, and analysis of Communications Systems (MDAP/MAIS) in support of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Systems Engineering (DASD(SE)), Director, Major Program Support. 

Duties will include:

• Providing program, systems engineering, and acquisition support to the government team lead for the Communications portfolio
• Conducting OSD-level technical reviews and assessments of DoD major acquisition programs (e.g., PDR, CDR, Program Support Assessment).
• Evaluate and make recommendations to the MDA on the readiness to enter/exit acquisition milestone in accordance with statutory, regulatory (e.g., DODI 5000.02), and DoD guidance
• Aiding Service acquisition offices in developing (and coordinating) comprehensive Systems Engineering Plans (SEPs) for DASD(SE) approval
• Presenting to senior acquisition leadership on the status and issues associated with assigned communications systems in preparation for acquisition decision meetings
• Maintaining objective insight into programs’ requirement performance and other technical metrics, schedule, risks, engineering management, production, integration, and other engineering discipline heath and status via quarterly (at minimum) engagement with the program office and contractor sites for the assigned portfolio.
• Performing ad hoc analysis and generation of high quality technical reports and presentations for senior DoD leadership to support various public speaking engagements, symposium, conferences, and Congressional/OSD/Service reports.

Qualifications

• Expert technical knowledge of communication systems (radio, networks, and telecommunications).  Ideally expert technical knowledge of one or more of the following programs:  WIN-T Inc 2, WIN-T Inc 3, MNVR, JTRS, JTRS GMR, JTRS HMS, JTRS AMF, JTN, MIDS/MIDS-JTRS, or other classified programs
• Experience performing system engineer functions to include the planning and evaluation of design reviews (PDR/CDR), technical performance measures, program requirements, system engineering plans, risk, and schedules for DoD acquisition programs
• Experience working in an acquisition program office (ACAT 1D preferred) or on Service/OSD staff overseeing acquisition programs
• Understanding of the technical and programmatic elements of DoD acquisition lifecycle, activities, timeline, acquisitions, best practices, policies, dependencies, and interrelationships associated with DoDI 5000.02
• Previously supported a senior-level staff in a Military Service or OSD (acquisition or otherwise)
• Must have demonstrated expert knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint; Strong analytical and statistical analysis capability; Have performed critical analysis of  technical data with the goal of recommending corrective courses of action
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and proven communication skills: must have experience providing briefings and presentations to senior-level officials (samples of briefings and relevant analysis/report capability will be required);
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of Department of Defense (DoD) experience in acquisition, engineering, operationally relevant, and/or program management experience
• Must have at minimum a SECRET clearance, and capable of obtaining a TS clearance
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
• Desired: Familiarity with DoD data repositories such as DAES, DAMIR, JCIDS, KMDS, AIR, etc.
• Desired: Previous Pentagon staff experience
• Desired: Creative with strong data visualization skills
• Desired: Master’s degree in an engineering field
  Keywords: Radio, Networks, Telecommunications, Lead Engineer, DoD 5000, WIN-T Inc 2, WIN-T Inc 3, MNVR, JTRS, JTRS GMR, JTRS HMS, JTRS AMF, JTN, MIDS/MIDS-JTRS, Systems Engineer, Acquisition Engineer, DoD, Chief Engineer
  Senior Systems Engineer - Communications

EEO statement

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
• VEVRAA Federal Contractor

VP of Finance

• We are looking for a VP of Finance to join our clients team
• The VP of Finance will be a key member of the Finance team focused on delivering exceptional financial planning and analysis support to Company leaders as well as helping to achieve top-tier cash flow and earnings performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This role is responsible for a team of Finance professionals across the Company, management reporting to the executive team and external stakeholders, and helping to achieve the Company’s short-term and long-term financial goals.
• Lead financial aspects of strategic plans, operating plans, and other business initiatives across the Company
• Regularly review and evaluate key operational and financial data with business leaders and, when appropriate, help drive root cause analyses and development of corrective action plans to address underperformance
• Lead Company forecasting and budgeting efforts, prepare financial summaries for the CFO and executive team, and prepare internal and external corporate financial presentations including PE sponsor’s reporting requirements
• Lead return on investment analyses, acquisition theses, make-versus-buy analyses, what-if scenarios, feasibility studies and other financial control evaluations across the Company
• Lead treasury and shared financial services team across the Company including oversight of risk management programs
• Play a lead role with implementing and managing Sales, Inventory, & Operational Planning (SIOP) process
• Actively drive accountability, monitor performance, and develop financial improvement initiatives across the Company
• Establish efficient and effective Finance policies over non-accounting tasks and procedures across the Company
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Finance policies, internal controls, and laws / regulations across the Company
• Perform review and approval duties over applicable finance activities, expenses, and capital expenditures
• Lead special analyses and financial initiatives across the Company including M&A support, operational finance portion of acquisition integrations, capital investments, product launches, etc.
  
• Lead talent development for all team members across Company locations
• Design and implement standard work procedures, templates, and other companywide tools and procedures
• Other special projects and duties as appropriate
• We are seeking an independent self-starter with the ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop solutions or alternatives.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Financial Management:

• Drive outperformance planning, financial initiatives and best practice implementation across BU’s and functions
• Work with CFO and global management team to optimize balance sheet (maximize cash flow, minimize working capital, stretch utilization of capex, etc.)
  
• Ensure all aspects of sound financial management of the operations, incorporating treasury and cash flow management and financial planning
• Act as a change agent within ARP finance community identifying and driving best practices, promoting the implementation of new requirements and driving process improvements
• Provide sound financial and economic advice to global/BU management team as part of the ongoing planning and implementation of business strategies
• Deliver comprehensive advice to various stakeholders in the areas of profitability, cost management, cash flow, taxes, funding optimization, opportunity cost and capital utilization
• Ensure that the business takes advantage of available or needed internal/external advice, in such areas as funding, taxation, accounting practices, financial modelling, economic projections, etc.

Financial Planning and Reporting:

• Oversee all accounting and reporting systems ensuring the resources, tools and processes are in place to achieve delivery in full, on time and in specification of financial reporting relative to monthly actual, routine forecast, budget and strategic planning
• Coordinate with CFO, Lead Team, BU management and other stakeholders as necessary to meet their information needs and accomplish reporting objectives
• Develop and oversee planning and execution of global and BU processes as required to support financial modelling aspect of the annual strategic plan
• Develop and oversee planning and execution of global processes as required to support annual budgeting process
• Develop and oversee planning and execution of processes as required to deliver the periodic forecasting process
• Oversee and continuously improve the monthly closing, consolidation and reporting cycle
• Develop and deliver management financial and operational performance reporting
• Oversee quarterly reporting processes to support Amcor external reporting
• Support preparation and validation of management reports and presentation materials for monthly reporting, Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR’s) and similar
• Finance lead for acquisition integration work streams

Accounting Support:

• Provide technical accounting guidance as required to support requirements of the business as it relates to non-standard transactions and activities

Compliance Process Coordination:

• Oversee internal controls environment and processes in coordination with BU VP’s Finance, shared services and internal/external audit
• Ensure compliance with the policies and procedures of US GAAP and applicable local statutory/regulatory requirements.
• Lead the Management Audit Committee meetings and process and ensure implementation of robust balance sheet review process throughout
• Assist in scoping, planning and oversight of Group Internal Audit (GIA) activities
• Coordinate external audit engagement review and related activities related to semi-annual reporting periods and statutory close requirements
• Continuously refine and maintain finance & accounting policies
• Coordination with Group Risk Director and BUs on Business Continuity and Risk Planning

Tax & Treasury Coordination:

• Coordination within Group Tax on model monitoring, compliance & maintenance
• Completion of consolidated tax reporting requirements
• Coordination of tax exposures and optimization together with Group Tax
• Coordination of global insurance programs together with Risk Management office
• Coordination with Group Treasury and BU’s to manage FX exposures and controlled financing vehicles like factoring program, supply chain financing program, etc.…

Team Leadership & Talent Development:

• Lead, manage and develop a team of direct reports and ~many indirect reports
• Attract, retain, engage, motivate and develop bench strength within the team to enable internal promotion and transfer as opportunities arise

Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance with an MBA preferred
• Professional accreditation preferred (CPA, CA, CMA or similar)

Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
  
• 10 + years of broad finance experience in an international environment with exposure to manufacturing industry with 3-5 years in a similar capacity
• Multi-site financial management experience
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work within a multi-cultural environment
• Effective communicator at all levels in the organization with strong oral, written & influencing skills
• Due diligence and acquisition integration experience in acquisitions is desirable
• Comprehensive understanding of finance and accounting in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with financial reporting and analyses in private equity environment
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles
• Advanced excel skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail as well as excellent organizational and talent development skills
• Strong team player and consensus builder
• This role will lead global financial controlling and reporting functions and ensure timely and accurate financial and management reporting in compliance with IFRS/USGAAP
• In addition, will be responsible to lead North America’s shared service accounting/finance functions, all of financial planning and analysis processes including annual strategic plan financial modelling, annual operating planning, monthly forecasting and actual reporting cycles and compliance and internal controls activities and ensure internal controls environment is fully supported and maintained.
• Responsible for ensuring processes are in place for establishing, measuring and delivering upon financial objectives and delivery of information and analysis to support proactive management decision making.
• Support special project activities including M&A activities, business improvement projects, footprint assessments, restructuring programs, working capital initiatives, etc.