Job Title/Position: CFO
FLSA Classification: Exempt, Salary
Reports to: CEO
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective: The CFO will be responsible for managing the financial decisions of a $50 million company experiencing aggressive growth. Will manage the company's financial situation by observing the current capital structure and developing long-term financial goals. Will play an integral role in driving the success of the company by monitoring financial performance and developing a profitable financial plan for Covenant Holdings, to include Covenant Roofing and Construction and Covenant Solar Tech. This will include direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, job costing, deal analysis and negotiations, investor relationships and partnership compliance and private and institutional financing.
The goal is to protect the company's revenues and profits to achieve full financial control and sustainable growth.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Lead finance personnel (team of at least 3)
- Works with other department heads and C-suite to monitor each department and make recommendations.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
- Drive the company's financial planning
- Develops finance organizational strategies by contributing financial and accounting information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction and establishing functional objectives in line with organizational objectives
- Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance & Accounting functions of the organization
- Assisting the CEO to develop financial plans
- Reports financial status by developing forecasts, reporting results, analyzing variances, and developing improvements
- Control and evaluate the organization's fundraising plans and capital structure
- Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization's operations
- Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners
- Directs the preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reports, tax returns, and governmental agency reports.
- Ensure compliance with the law and company's policies
- Reviews planning process and suggests improvements to current methods
- Managing insurance and other financial protections (such as general liability, worker's compensation, insurance for fleet, etc.)
- Create and manage fleet policies
Education and Certifications:
- BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus
- Certified Public Accountant designation preferred
Requirements:
- Proven experience as CFO, finance officer or relevant role OR
- 10+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in real estate development, property management, and/or constructions industry
- In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
- Proficiency with accounting software, word processing, and spreadsheets
- Solid GAAP and financial reporting technical skills
Skills and Capabilities:
- Financial planning and strategy
- Managing profitability
- Strategic planning and vision
- Quality management
- Promotion of process improvement
- Forecasting
- Corporate finance
- Budget development
- Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
- Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence - ability to motivate and inspire staff
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-oriented
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Travel required:
EEO statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or other reasons prohibited by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination and opportunity policy extends to employment, use of all company facilities, membership, board service and leadership, volunteerism, participation in any of the organizations programs or services and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.
NOTE: The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.