VP/Director of Finance

Description

A well-respected Robert Half government contractor client is seeking an interim VP/Director of Finance to join the company. The Director of Finance & Accounting is a key leader on the site’s leadership team. Contributes to all areas of the location’s management and provide strong financial leadership. The Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for planning and coordinating budget and business planning activities in alignment with corporate policies and practices. This position will partner with the Operations team to drive company initiatives in the areas of inventory, financial controls, revenue recognition, and job costing. In addition, this role assumes overall responsibility for general accounting.

Duties

Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, G/L, Inventory/Job Cost Accounting and Revenue RecognitionManage month-end closing and complete actual to budget/forecast reports and other operational reportsAnalyze variances and communicates explanations to management with recommended actionsIndividual provides proactive / unsolicited consultation, interpretation, and education of complex financial and operational matters to various departmental leaders used to drive business decisionsCollaborates directly with Director of Manufacturing Operations to explain results, make improvements, manage projects, identify inefficiencies, understand operations, and lead the development of complex analysisMonitor and implement internal controls (in conjunction with corporate policies) as necessary to ensure reporting integrity, safeguard company assets, and identify risksInventory counts Reconcile to GLComplete the UK Reporting (MMR and TB).Complete Flash ReportStandard cost development and maintenance Labor and overhead ratesLabor UtilizationVariance reviewMonth-end closing/cut-offManagement ReportingProvide leadership for the accounting and finance staffSupports VP of Operations with Line of Business budget and forecast preparation in conjunction with Manager of Accounting Operations.

Skills/Qualifications

Job Cost ExperienceStrong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)MRP ExperienceDeltek CostPointCost Accounting ExperienceMS Office expertiseBachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related fieldStrong Analytical, planning, and organizational skills5+ years’ experience in a similar positionWorking knowledge of budgeting and forecasting techniquesExcellent leadership and team management skillsDefense industry experience is desired.International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and financial regulations is desired.

Requirements

High level of integrity, confidentially, and accountability Must have excellent communication (written and verbal) skills to interact clearly and effectively in a fast-changing environment Must maintain a high level of accuracy while being detail oriented Super analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills CPA designation or MBA highly preferred Minimum of 8 years' experience at an executive level role Bachelor or Business Administration degree with a specialization in Finance or Accounting

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