Director Of Finance And Accounting

The successful candidate will exhibit a high level of professionalism and adaptability to changing business priorities and will be responsible for all areas relating to Accounting, Finance, and Contracts. As part of a small business, the Executive Director of Business Services must have a hands-on approach and be able to perform multiple tasks concurrently and efficiently. Completion of timely and accurate work is critical. Minimum of 15+ years’ experience required. This position requires reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals as well as a familiarity with a variety of the field concepts, practices, and procedures.

Essential Duties:

• Monitor organizational and entity adherence to approved budgets.
• Ensure all aspects of Finance, Accounting, and Contracts are operating efficiently and in compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Perform cash management and forecasting.
• Liaise with auditors, bankers, regulators, and attorneys as needed.
• Engage with leaders in the business to drive results and budget.
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Analyze, synthesize, and translate data into key strategic inputs and insights that will drive strategic decision making at the executive level.
• Manage the monthly and quarterly forecasting and reporting processes.
• Effectively ensure all departments are working towards the same goal, leveraging common finance services, and improving productivity.
• Participate in operations reviews to ensure both short- and long-term budgets are on track.
• Lead financial analysis for each initiative, summarize results in presentation format for communication, and provide insights to senior management including the CEO and COO.
• Maintain an environment of strong business controls.
• Develop and continuously communicate goals of the finance function and enforce a roles and responsibilities matrix throughout the function.
• Assess ongoing market risks and opportunities and proactively develop action plans to minimize exposure and enhance opportunities.
• Manage line of credit (LOC) and ensure compliance with bank covenants.
• Lead pricing and strategic analysis regarding competitive positioning and go-to-market strategies.
• Lead annual budget planning process in support of the long-term strategic plan. Work with CEO and COO throughout this process.
• Attract, develop, and retain outstanding financial management talent.
• Lead project and services analytics reviews.
• Lead the long-term strategic process for business units to maximize profitable returns, long term growth, and market share penetration, all in alignment with company priorities.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance, CPA required.
• Ability to provide sound business judgment, strategic thinking, and broad financial and business perspective across the organization.
• Ensure DCAA compliance and prepare and assist in audit process, if applicable.
• Outstanding financial acumen blended with business partnership and leadership.
• Ability to sort through complex issues then translate and communicate them in a clear, concise manner and then develop appropriate solutions in a timely and responsive manner.
• Excellent understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated track record of attention to detail, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to summarize key data into executive dashboards.
• Experience creating performance metrics.
• Working knowledge of various financial and payroll systems; Deltek Cost Point experience preferred.
• Ability to identify, hire, and develop new talent.
• Experience managing, growing, and developing back-office functions to include Finance, Accounting, and Contracts.
• Understanding of the government acquisition guidance per Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) to ensure continued compliance with federal law.
• Skilled in supporting the vision of our organization to ensure that all stakeholders share a consistent image of the organization’s future and are engaged in, and committed to, making the vision a reality.
• 15+ years of related experience. Government contracting experience required.

Banda Group International, LLC (BGI) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. BGI believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.