Job Description

ProspectBlue is partnered with a leading defense, technology and transportation company looking to add a Senior Director of Financie Operations and US Controller to it's team!

Directs and has responsibility for the business segment’s finance & accounting practices in conjunction with corporate policies, the maintenance of its fiscal records in a shared services environment and the preparation of its financial reports. Directs and has oversight responsibility for the general and cost accounting activities for the business segment and works as a key financial advisor to the Segment President. Advises management about revenue recognition considerations in the bidding process and assures that revenue is recognized in accordance with US GAAP after contracts are awarded to the company. Analyzes operating results in terms of costs, budgets, policies of operations, trends, and recommends / drives / executes measures to increase profit and cash flow. Drives financial planning process including analysis of return on investments in the business. This position works under limited supervision and direction. Incumbents of this position will regularly exercise discretionary and substantial decision-making authority.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Key member of the Segment leadership team
• Drives financial leadership in segement and accountability to achieve financial targets.
• Facilitates and drives analysis on payback on investments, growth opportunities and cost reduction measures.
• Provides leadership and US GAAP subject matter expertise to the segment’s worldwide Accounting and Finance functions.
• Participates in bid and proposal efforts, working with the operations team and executive management to understand potential accounting issues, and P&L and cash flow impacts to achieveing financial targets.
• Directs the segment’s monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statement close process.
• Ensures the timeliness and accuracy of the segment’s monthly Income Statement, Operating Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement.
• Monitors and reports on monthly operating results against the business plan.
• Interprets operating results as they affect the financial aspects of the organization and initiates specific recommendations with operational management on cost reduction and profit improvement opportunities.
• Implements accounting policies established by corporate management and provides input and feedback as to specific requirements for the business.
• In conjunction with corporate and segment management, designs and implements improvements in processes and documentation regarding the financial statement close process, reducing the completion time of the monthly close.
• Participates in and supervises staff in pre and post-acquisition due diligence activities, including integration efforts.
• Assists in the development of and reporting against the annual business plans and quarterly updates, helping to assure that revenue recognition and other accounting requirements are properly reflected in the plan.
• In conjunction with corporate FP&A and operational management, recommends and executes benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of the company, its functions and departments.
• Provides support as the Company integrates new business systems. Ensures that the segment’s financial management systems and financial policy framework are supported by internal financial standards and internal controls that conform with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
• Responsible for assuring the the company is compliant with customer imposed cost accounting standards, such as those promulgated by the Federal Acquisition Regulations or other similar regulations, where applicable. Managing a good relationship with the customer auditors is an essential part of this responsibility.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable law. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; motivating, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Responsible for training and developing segment Accounting and Finance personnel to improve individual and organizational performance.

• Four-year college degree in accounting or related field plus a minimum of fifteen years related experience and CPA certification required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Prior management and team leadership experience required.
• Prior experience as Division or Business Unit Controller / CFO responsible for $300M+ P&L required.
• Strong background in Operational Finance with experience in driving growth and cost reductions a must.
• Must have relevant industry experience.
• Advanced analytical skills necessary to organize, plan and direct work and develop short-term and long-range plans for the Company’s accounting responsibilities.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other members of management.
• Must be available for domestic and occasional international travel.

The description provided above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. Duties, responsibilities and requirements may change over time and according to business need.