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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Description
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We are looking for a seasoned and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive team. The CFO will be responsible for planning, implementing, managing, and controlling all financial-related activities of the company. This includes the development of financial and operational strategies, metrics tied to these strategies, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results. The CFO will also be responsible for the financial planning, record-keeping, and financial reporting to higher management. The ideal candidate should have excellent leadership skills, with the ability to make crucial decisions for the company. They should have a strategic mindset with a problem-solving attitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements.
- Identify monetary resources and develop action plans.
- Monitor financial performance by measuring and analyzing results, initiating corrective actions, and minimizing the impact of variances.
- Report financial status by developing forecasts, reporting results, analyzing variances, and developing improvements.
- Update job knowledge by remaining aware of new regulations, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
- Accomplish finance and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
- Manage team of financial controllers and financial analysts.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements.
- Advise on long-term business and financial planning.
- Review all formal finance, HR, and IT related procedures.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as CFO, finance officer or relevant role.
- In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software.
- Ability to strategize and solve problems.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers.
- CPA is a strong advantage.
- BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with budget management?
- How do you ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards?
- Can you discuss your experience in developing financial strategies?
- How do you handle financial risk management?
- Can you describe a time when you improved efficiency or profitability at a previous job?