Department: Corporate
Reports to: President/CEO, Board of Directors
Job Status: Full Time
Amount of Travel: 10%
Positions Supervised: Accounting Department
Position Summary
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will advise and collaborate with the senior management team and provide critical insights to the strategy of the company as well as have the responsibility for responding to certain fiscal tasks. The CFO will be responsible for all financial and fiscal management aspects of the company, including corporate and contractual risk management. The CFO is a member of the senior management team and works closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), Board of Directors, and other senior leaders. The CFO will assess the company's financial performance while developing systems, processes, and controls to support the business's financial growth.
The position also involves managing the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and requires a thorough knowledge of the plan, function, and implementation processes. This position will also examine corporate budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
Essential Functions
Reasonable Accommodations Statements
An individual must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS
- Budgeting and Reporting - Oversee annual budgeting and forecasting. Prepare and present financial statements to the CEO, COO, and Board of Directors.
- Financial Analysis - Work with the corporate controller and accountant to monitor and manage financial resources. Invest financial resources per the corporate investment policy. Perform cost-benefit analyses. Interpret budget directives and establish policies.
- Operations - Seek and suggest ways to improve efficiency and increase profits. Assess organizational performance against the budget and strategy. Develop tools and systems for monitoring financial and operational information. Establish and monitor internal controls. Provide risk and financial insight into contracts. Plan, forecast, and manage the ESOP.
- Strategy - Identify potential problem areas and advise on financial impact. Assist in establishing goals and key performance indicators for the business. Seek long-term growth opportunities for the company, including geographic expansion, market or service growth, and mergers and acquisitions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
- Honesty/Integrity - Ability to be truthful and credible in the workplace.
- Leadership - Ability to build and motivate teams, collaborate and communicate effectively with other departments, and provide clear and decisive recommendations to the management team.
- Strategic Thinking - Ability to see the big picture and align financial strategies with the overall goals of the organization. Includes the ability to provide insights and guidance on financial matters that play a key role in driving growth and profitability.
- Adaptability and Resiliency - Ability to adapt to change, quickly responding to new challenges and opportunities by adjusting financial strategies as needed to ensure organizational success.
- Industry Knowledge - In-depth understanding of economic trends, industry dynamics, and financial risks affecting the business.
Skills and Abilities
Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, or related field required. Master's degree in business administration, finance, or related field is highly desirable. Certified Public Accounting (CPA) designation or equivalent accounting qualification is also highly desirable.
Experience: 15-plus years' industry experience. Proven track record in cash flow management, cost reduction, and maximizing profitability. Possess a thorough understanding of business function and administration. Experience in funding, managing and executing mergers and acquisitions is desirable. Experience managing an ESOP is also desirable.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in using word processing, database, and spreadsheet software, as well as specialized financial forecasting and modelling software.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
Upon acceptance of an offer, a complete background and drug screening will be conducted.
