Job Abstract

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer

Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as an Executive Team member and officer of the company. The CFO supports the President and CEO with the financial planning and financial health of the organization. Successful professional directs the organization's financial planning and accounting practices as well as its relationship with lending institutions and the financial community by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs treasury, budgeting, audit, tax, accounting, purchasing, real estate, 401(k), contract pricing and long-range forecasting activities for the organization and for contracts.
• Executes oversight of the Controller and Sr. Financial Manager in providing and directing policies, procedures, and computer application systems necessary to maintain proper records and to afford adequate accounting controls and services, to include accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and contract business management.
• Appraises the organization's financial position and issues periodic reports on organizations and contract’s financial stability and growth.
• Directs and coordinates the establishment of the organization’s budget programs and monitors and reports on execution
• Monitors cashflow on a daily basis and keeps the President & CEO informed of the organization’s current status and recommendations as required.
• Establishes and maintains contacts with oversight, financial institutions, and other companies.
• Maintains and represents Zeiders’ relationships with DCAA, DCMA and other Government agencies.
• Coordinates tax reporting programs and activities.
• Coordinates Annual 401k testing/reporting, annual stockholder tax schedules.
• Collaborates with other members in the Benefits Committee and manages financial management within Benefits and Fringe Programs.
• Manages Shareholder distributions, relevant shareholder financial communications, and serves as the Secretary of the Board of Directors.
• Coordinates vendor purchasing system to include data collection and government reporting.
• Analyzes, consolidates, and directs all cost accounting procedures together with other statistical and routine reports.
• Oversees and directs the preparation and issuance of the corporation's annual reporting, including the organization’s DCAA Incurred Cost Submission.
• Directs and analyzes studies of general economic, business, and financial conditions and their impact on the organizations and contracts’ policies and operations.
• Analyzes operational issues impacting functional groups and the whole organization and determines their financial impact.
• Evaluates and recommends business partnering opportunities.
• Prepares cost analyses and develops cost models for bidding future contracts. Supports Executive Team members and Corporate Development managers with pricing development and analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Serves as the supervisor for the Controller who is responsible for the Accounting Department operations of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll Provides oversight and evaluation of this unit. Also serves as the supervisor for the Senior Financial Manager who is responsible for the oversight of the contract management duties through the supervision of the contract Business Managers.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Also provides pricing and forecasting for the organization, working in conjunction with the organization’s Executive Team.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in the financial field.
• 10+ years experience in an Accounting Leadership Role.
• 10+ years in financial analysis, full life cycle accounting and specifically with government contracting.
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• 10+ years progressively responsible experience in Government contract management. Must be able to comprehend and apply laws and regulations applicable to business operations in a Government contracting environment.
• 5+ years experience preparing cost analyses and develop cost models for bidding future contracts.
• Experience working in government contracting for a $50M to $100M annual revenue worldwide company.
• Professional experience with government contract pricing for proposals.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Professional experience working with DCAA, DCMA and other Government oversight agencies.
• Able to work well with senior executives and team, as well as mentor/lead other team members.
• Proven experience with a high level of organizational skills, quality, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Excellent written, oral communication.
• Dependable with strong time management and organizational skills
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications Preferences

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) license Preferred.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and UKG preferred.
• SCA Wage Determination Experience

Other Skills and Abilities

This position requires U.S. Citizenship, and you will need to complete and clear a full background check process based on your role.

Competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products, and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Project Management - Develops project plans, coordinates projects. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time and on budget. Manages project team activities.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments. Matches the responsibility to the person. Gives authority to work independently. Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. Provides recognition for results.
• Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Mathematical Skills - Ability to perform general mathematical calculations for the purpose of creating business cases, budgets, etc. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to operate at advanced levels of authority and manage significant activities and resources to produce and take responsibility for results.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise staff and special initiatives.

Physical Demands Works in office areas. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. Uses personal computer, telephones, copiers, printers, and other office equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer