CFO
Houston, TX
What we do day-in and day-out has a lasting, meaningful impact across many industries and in the lives of everyday people. We create a seismic measuring system that prevents people from getting stuck in elevators during an earthquake; we defend our nation by helping to build gun turrets for tanks, communication systems for troops, and military avionics; we support NASA programs with communications systems that converse with launched vehicles. We approach each project understanding that achieving the highest quality possible is required for every step of the electronics manufacturing process because these projects help keep our country and people around the world safe, secure, and free.
POSITION SUMMARY
The CFO manages the accounting operations of the business and is responsible for the direct supervision of all corporate accounting functions. As a key member of Senior Leadership, the CFO will report to the President/CEO and assume a strategic role in the overall management of the company. The CFO maintains an adequate system of accounting records and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops the financial well-being of the organization by providing financial projections and accounting services, preparing growth plans, and directing staff.
Develops finance organizational strategies by contributing financial and accounting information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction and establishes functional objectives in line with organizational objectives.
Develops organization prospects by studying economic trends and revenue opportunities; projecting acquisition and expansion prospects; analyzing organization operations; identifying opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and systems enhancement; and accumulating capital to fund expansion.
Develops financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements; identifies monetary resources, and develops action plans.
Monitors financial performance by measuring and analyzing results, initiating corrective actions, and minimizing the impact of variances.
Reviews and negotiates customer contracts and direct customer credit policies.
Oversees, mentors, and directs the work of all accounting department personnel and ensures the completion of timely and accurate financial reporting.
Updates job knowledge by remaining aware of new regulations, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
Take hands‐on lead position of maintaining a comprehensive cost accounting system.
Direct and oversee all aspects of risk management, including export control compliance.
Ensure all tax returns are completed, signed and filed appropriately.
Oversee the company’s outside CPA firm services including, tax fillings, reviewed financial statements and ERISA audits.
Provide litigation support as needed.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Minimum 10 years experience in progressively responsible financial leadership roles.
Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or equivalent experience.
Certified Public Accountant certification is preferred.
Proficiency with accounting software, word processing, and spreadsheets. Strong working knowledge of ERP systems.
Prior experience leading an organization through time-sensitive projects and managing the process through completion.
Proven experience building budgets, EBITDA forecasts and cash forecasts to guide and support executive management decision making.
Solid GAAP and financial reporting technical skills.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Financial planning and strategy.
Strategic planning and vision.
Promotion of process improvement.
TO APPLY - Please forward resume and compensation requirements in complete confidence to
Susanne Eisenberg at seisenberg@pailigroup.com
pailingroupgroup.com
