Chief Financial Officer

Accounting Policies, Process/Procedures & Controls

• Implement and update policies and procedures as necessary, in accordance with GAAP, that enable accurate, timely and relevant financial statement preparation
• Conduct recurring evaluations of business processes and procedures and implement appropriate modifications which result in improved data integrity and meaningful/useful information
• Implement proper expense, headcount and capital expenditure control and approval processes
• Implement logical and appropriate cost allocation methodologies and conduct recurring evaluations/reviews resulting in improved cost allocation
• Ensure the integrity of the general ledger accounting system and the accurate processing of all financial transactions (sales journals, accounts payable, payroll-related processes, etc.)

Recurring Financial Reporting

• Coordinate, review and distribute all monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (internal and external) accurately and timely
• Develop relevant, meaningful and comprehensive financial management reports timely and accurately
• Prepare, review and submit all quarterly FIT tax estimates by the required due date

Operational and Financial Analysis

• Manage the ongoing development, review, distribution and analysis of all recurring financial and operational reports which results in identifiable and actionable recommendations resulting in business process, financial and operational improvement
• Develop an environment in which ad hoc operational and financial analysis is being conducted which identifies new opportunities for business improvement and/or recurring reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Annual Budget (Ziegenfelder)
  • Coordinate the development, review and final approval of the annual financial/operational budget no later than September 30 of each calendar year
  • Develop the annual budget based on (a) a reliable, accurate model, (b) incorporating valid business assumptions and (3) incorporating the input of key employees
  • Incorporate into the review and analysis of the annual budgeting process (a) meaningful/relevant metrics, (b) comparisons versus prior periods and (c) documented explanations for material changes

External Auditors and Consultants

• Coordinate the completion of the annual financial audit resulting in final reports being issued by December 31 of each calendar year

Internal & External Business Partner Support

• Provide strategic, financial and operational direction to internal Department Managers, Supervisors and others to develop and maintain an appropriate level of financial acumen and an environment of accountability and fiscal responsibility
• Conduct recurring (i.e. monthly/quarterly) financial and operational reviews with Department Managers, Supervisors and others
• Participate in the ongoing review, evaluation, implementation and monitoring of customer/vendor terms and conditions, non-disclosure agreements, etc.
• Participate in the negotiation of contracts with external customers and vendors (i.e. yearly pricing, rebates, etc.) and ensure contract compliance is followed

Staff & Organizational Development

• Provide recurring (not less than twice per year) written and oral feedback to all direct reports
• Conduct recurring evaluations of the Finance & Accounting organization structure focused on continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group as well as provide individuals with professional and personal growth opportunities
• Ensure that productive, non-threatening business relationships are established between members of the Finance & Accounting department and the various departments (Operations, Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, etc.)
• Ensure that members of the Finance & Accounting department make a commitment to learn and understand the business processes, challenges and data needs of each department
• Ensure that members of the Finance & Accounting department consistently challenge the status quo, proactively identify and implement new processes/reporting and eliminate any unnecessary processes/reporting
• Create an environment and culture that promotes teamwork, personal accountability and respect for others
• Ensure that the training and tools necessary for employee professional growth and productivity are in place

Accounting and Supporting Software Systems

• Conduct recurring evaluations of how Microsoft Navision is being utilized resulting in the identification and implementation of (a) new capabilities, (b) accounting process changes, (c) opportunities for improved user training and (d) automation opportunities
• Responsible for the ongoing design, organization and timely updating of financial and operational reports on SharePoint Finance & Accounting intranet site

Acquisitions and Business Development

• Provide strategic financial input and vision on decision making issues affecting Ziegenfelder operations
• Participate in the financial and operational due diligence and/or financial modeling associated with potential acquisitions, new greenfield sites or new product/service offerings
• Monitor, evaluate and produce industry and market benchmark data/trends

Other

• Adhere to the documented processes and procedures for all cash expenditures (accounts payable, wire transfers, ACH, credit card, payroll)
• Insure that Ziegenfelder complies with all required regulatory compliance and required filings

Who We Are
The Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions.
Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.