Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Job Description

The CFO will serve as a key member of IFAS’ senior management team and will work along with the CEO and President to oversee, provide direction, and manage functions including human resources, accounting, payroll, and contracts. These functions provide critical support that will enable IFAS’ technical and operations teams to manage and implement projects and pursue new business. This position will report to the President.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employee training, employee recognition program, onboarding, human resource information systems, payroll functions, employment processing, compensation, bonus plans, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, AA/EEO compliance, and labor relations.
• Provides guidance and oversees HR functions by leading the HR team relative to staffing, training & development, performance evaluation, employee relations, total rewards (compensation, benefits, and employee incentives) and assessing employee morale and addressing employee concerns. Ensures adherence to best practices in HR and compliance to local and federal employment laws.
• Supports business development and technical function by overseeing the drafting of contracts for employees, consultants, clients, subcontractors, vendors and ensuring compliance.
• Oversees and manages IFAS’ relationships with vendors including selecting, troubleshooting, and negotiation vendor contracts.
• Will strengthen the working relationship between corporate functions and technical functions which includes business development and project implementation. Provide support not only to headquarters but also to employees on client site.
• Overseas payroll and accounting functions.
• Prepares and monitors project budgets and compiles financial reports for clients and Portfolio Managers.
• Monitors LOC Budget including quarterly updates against actual costs and staff changes and projections
• Overseas the preparation of Monthly financial reports
• Oversees invoice processes and subcontractor costs, manages invoice payment and tracking.
• Prepare yearly budgets and forecasts
• May serve as pricing lead on proposals or task order responses
• Other assigned duties and responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master's (preferred) or bachelor's degree in one of the following or related fields: public administration, business and business administration, public policy, law, international business and law, or finance.
• 10+ years of professional experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience as a senior manager of a US government contractor, preferably one working in the professional services industry.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to work independently, assess priorities, and manage a variety of activities, paying attention to detail under tight deadlines and heavy workloads.
• Familiarity with ADP reports
• Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint is a plus
• Ability to manage accounting functions and workflow
• Proficient in Excel, MS Word, and other computer systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills