Chief Financial Officer

About the Role The Chief Financial Officer provides leadership in the development and continuous evaluation of short- and long-term strategic financial objectives of the company. Responsibilities Ensures the credibility of financial activities by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends and forecasts. Takes a hands‑on lead position of developing, implementing and maintaining a comprehensive approach to ensure that effective internal controls are in place for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. Ensures that all applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial, Human Resources and tax reporting are complied with. Manages and directs all aspects of Accounting, Human Resources and I.T. functions of the organization. Has three direct manager reports from these functions. Provides the President and/or the ownership group with advice on the financial implications of business activities. Provides the President and/or the ownership group with recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities. Evaluates and advises on the impact of any type of regulatory changes or actions. Assists in establishing yearly financial objectives. Prepares or oversees the preparation of regular financial reports and forecasts. Accounting Activities Oversee and review the preparation of month‑end and year‑end financial statements. Review all month‑end closing activities including general ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations and cost allocations. Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems. Serve as final point of escalation for Accounts Receivable/Collections/Accounts Payable issues. Oversee all payroll activities for the company. Finance/Cash Management Oversee cash flow planning to ensure availability of funds as needed. Oversee cash management and the weekly payables process. Oversee investment and capital asset management. Oversee financing strategies and activities as well as banking relationships. Corporate Development / Legal Affairs Initiate and/or represent the company in efforts with bankers or financial institutions. Prepare various documents, analysis or reports required by financial institutions. Oversee and seek legal counsel in handling corporate matters as needed. Oversee the financials and operation of related entities. Manage the company’s health, corporate, and life insurance programs. Manage and administer the company’s 401k plan. Manage the company’s real‑estate affairs, including leases and sub‑leases. Coordinate with legal counsel in any matters requiring review or assistance. Planning Coordinate the development and monitoring of budgets. Develop financial plans and forecasts. Work with the President and/or ownership in corporate policy development as a member of the senior management team. Work with the President and/or ownership to develop short, medium and long‑term financial plans and projections. Regulatory Compliance Represent the company to auditors, state, federal or other public officials with regards to regulatory or compliance requirements. Ensure legal or regulatory compliance regarding the proper filing of tax returns and supporting documents. Qualifications BS in Accounting required. CPA and/or CMA preferred. Required Skills Must have advanced financial expertise and knowledge of GAAP, strategic business acumen, and strong leadership abilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr