Controller / CFO

Introduction:

 

We're a young, dynamic, fast growing company with a focus on building the next growth company in the web space.  We are looking to complete an aggressive leadership team with a CFO that is highly motivated by the idea of getting big fast.  Our Management team is focused on inspired leadership, honesty, integrity and team work.  We are an established, profitable company and offer a comprehensive benefits package.

 

Qualifications:

 

Expert understanding of MS Great Plains (a serious plus)

  

Expert understanding of retail trade finance.

Hands-On Leadership and team building abilities

 

Dedication to continuous improvement in the areas of fiscal controls /   reporting



ROI-centric mind set with expert analytical skills



Willingness to work incredibly hard to be part of, and contribute to, greatness in the organization, as well as an understanding of the single-minded focus necessary to achieve that greatness, and the rewards that come with it. 



Should possess highly competitive “winning� spirit.

 

We are open to candidates who have not held a CFO role before, but who are aggressive and ready to move into that role, assuming the analytical and management qualifications are strong.  While a graduate degree is not necessary it is preferable.

Job Purpose:



Maintains financial stability by establishing financial and accounting frameworks; monitoring and improving financial performance; preparing and analyzing financial reports; managing investments; managing staff.

Duties:



* Accomplishes finance human resource strategies by determining accountabilities; communicating and enforcing values, policies, and procedures; implementing recruitment, selection, orientation, training, coaching, counseling, disciplinary, and communication programs; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; reviewing compensation strategies.

* Directs finance operational strategies by analyzing trends; preparing critical measurements; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies; designing systems; resolving problems; implementing change.

* Implements finance budget by anticipating requirements, trends, and variances; developing action plans; measuring and analyzing results; initiating corrective actions; minimizing the impact of variances.

* Develops financial management framework by analyzing operational requirements; developing support and control structures and systems; creating profitability models; preparing finance and accounting policies and procedures.

* Develops financial plans by contributing financial information, analysis, and recommendations to operational strategic thinking and direction; studying capacity models; establishing financial objectives; preparing and updating rolling forecasts; preparing annual and three-year operating and capital budgets.

* Obtains return on investments by preparing business cases; maintaining rapport with financial community; establishing and adjusting investment objectives; monitoring investment performance.

* Maintains financial performance by developing operating and financial metrics; analyzing results and trends; providing budget variance feedback; reviewing contracts including pricing and terms; driving financial accountability throughout operating units.

* Improves financial performance by identifying opportunities in operations; conducting efficiency studies; initiating changes; leading cross-functional teams.

* Completes accounting requirements by establishing and maintaining system of accounts; maintaining transactions and records; preparing and analyzing financial reports; contracting with external auditors; determining costs; filing required reports; maintaining compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP); planning tax requirements.

* Updates job knowledge by tracking and understanding emerging financial practices and standards; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

* Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Skills/Qualifications:



Financial Skills, Financial Planning and Strategy, Financial Diagnosis, Developing Budgets, Corporate Finance, ICC Compliance, SFAS Rules, Decision Making, Analyzing Information, Management Proficiency