Chief Financial Officer - IPO - Manufacturing Firm - CA

CFO (Manufacturing & IPO Experience)

Strategy, Planning and Management :

- Act as Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner to senior executive leadership team.

- Assess and evaluate financial performance of organization with regard to long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts.

- Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plan of organization.

- Identify, acquire and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information.

- Evaluate departments and make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency.

- Communicate, engage and interact with Board of Directors, CEO, COO and Executive Leadership Team.

- Create and establish yearly financial objectives that align with the company's plan for growth and expansion.

- Select and engage consultants, auditors and investors.

- Recruit, interview and hire finance, accounting and payroll staff as required.

- Serve as a key member of executive leadership team and round table discussion panel.

- Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models.

- Interact with and bring department into line with Board of Directors' plans, initiatives and recommendations.

- Implement policies, procedures and processes as deemed appropriate by senior leadership team.

Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting :

- Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss by division, forecast vs. budget by division and weekly cash flow by division.

- Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations.

- Identify, develop and execute analysis of business initiatives, product launches and/or new service offerings.

- Develop and maintain monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget.

- Manage financial planning and analysis department. Supervise creation of reports, software implementation and tools for budgeting and forecasting.

- Participate in weekly conference calls with Lenders, Vendors and Executive Leadership Team.

Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations :

- Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial software. Provide regular maintenance and backup of all accounting systems and supervise company financial staff.

- Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, SOX compliance and financial procedures.

- Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data for federal funders, foundations, investors and company's board of directors.

- Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly and annual financial statements.

- Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state and federal tax returns.

- Ensure SOX compliance regarding all financial functions.

- Work with Human Resources to ensure appropriate legal compliance.

- Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies.

- Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.

- Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts and overhead cost allocation.

- Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems

- Hire, develop and manage accounting directors, managers and staff

- Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits.

- Coordinate and strategize methods used to attain team goals with Chief Accounting Officer and Regional Controllers.

Financial Management :

- Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.

- Oversee cash, investments and asset management area.

- Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returns and risks.

- Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners.

- Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the organization's plans and operating budgets.

Financial Relations and Policies :

- Engage finance committee and/or board of directors to develop short term and long term plans, projections and budgets.

- Represent company to banks, financial partners, institutions, investors, public auditors and officials.

- Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal and local laws regarding company operations.

Finance and Accounting Team Management :

- Mentor and develop a team of senior managers and/or directors, managing work allocation, systems training, performance evaluations, and the building of an effective and efficient team dynamic.

- Guide larger, cross-divisional teams outside of direct span of control within the three main company divisions.

Cash Management :

- Oversee weekly cash management and AP Department, approve large payables, sign checks, authorize large wires and ACHs

- Supervise Accounts Receivable management and provide guidance relating to the collection process

Qualification And Experience: :

1. CA with 20+ Years of Experience as a CFO in a large publicly traded corporation in a Manufacturing Industry and in completing IPO's, M&A's, Capital Financing and Fund Raising

2. Outstanding knowledge and understanding of GAAP, IFRS, SOX compliance and SEC reporting

3. Background coordinating with I.T. staff to manage and/or upgrade accounting system. Systems implementation experience strongly preferred.

4. "Hands On" ERP Systems Experience - SAP experience is a must

5. Outstanding communication and presentation skills.

6. Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence - ability to motivate staff.

7. Excellent analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills

8. Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls and compliance-related issues.

9. Proven management abilities in community and government relations; budget development and financial control; staff management and development; strategic planning, and policymaking.

10. A strategic thinker and planner as well as an effective implementer.

11. Highly organized, energetic, enthusiastic, with a can-do attitude.

12. Intermediate knowledge of word processing software; spreadsheet software; accounting software, internet software, and database software.