Chief Financial Officer

Summary:  This position is responsible for the daily operation of the Company’s accounting, financial, human resource and Information Technology functions and for significant contributions to the formulation, implementation, and administration of corporate-wide policies and business goals.  Overall responsibilities include managing the Company’s finances, including investments and securities and performing accounting and financial analyses. The CFO manages the Company’s insurance coverage and liquid assets and participates in portfolio management. He/she directs the activities of subordinate managers and ensures that all subordinate areas of responsibility support Company policies, programs, and goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Professionally represents GH Phipps and effectively supports Company strategic initiatives.
• Establish and foster positive long-term relationships with internal customers and business partners.
• Assists in creating and leading the Company strategic plan. Develop and communicate plans for the Division/Departments that align with and support the overall Company organizational goals.
• Develops and implements effective financial, accounting, human resource and IT strategic planning.

• Assists Senior Management in developing short and long-term goals and objectives;
• Participates in developing policies and procedures and ensures that they support and complement Company-wide strategic goals;
• Conducts periodic reviews of existing policies to ensure effectiveness. Ensures that policies are updated and are in accordance with evolving regulations, legal requirements, and industry trends.

• Executes established operational goals and coordinates their implementation.
• Prepares and compiles budgets and financial reports throughout the organization and separate entities it owns.

• Establishes and maintains internal accounting controls and oversees preparation and submission of government tax forms and payments. 
• Oversees borrowing activities and establishes and maintains relationships with lenders. 
• Directs and ensures the effectiveness and appropriateness of Information Technology systems. 

• Responsible for developing, recommending, and implementing such internal accounting and financial controls and programs as are necessary to preserve and expand corporate assets.
  • Purchases financial instruments or securities from financial institutions as directed. Manages the Company’s liquid assets;
  • Oversees the Company’s checking and depository accounts;
  • Establishes and maintains a cost accounting system and prepares related reports. Directs the budgeting process.
  • Establishes, directs, and maintains effective accounts receivable policies and measures;
  • Establishes and maintains credit reporting requirements for new customers and establishes credit limits and/or payment requirements;
  • Oversees payment of the Company’s suppliers and vendors;
  • Manages insurance coverage;
  • Oversees the Company’s borrowing activities;
  • Ensures effective tax planning;
  • Conducts financial research and analysis; provides recommendations to executive management.
• Responsible for the effective maintenance and reporting of financial records in coordination with the Controller.
  • Oversees preparation of monthly, annual, and other financial reports and statements as requested;
  • Coordinates audits of the Company’s financial statements;
  • Ensures that governmental filings and payments are accurate and timely;
  • Directs the maintenance of the Company’s financial and accounting records.

• Assumes responsibility for overseeing and coordinating with the Director of IT the effective development, installation, and implementation of Company information systems.
  • Ensures the implementation of cost effective systems and efficient computer operations designed to meet current and future decision-making needs;
  • Analyzes business functions and management needs and seeks new and more effective information solutions. Provides recommendations to Senior Management regarding hardware and software purchasing decisions;
  • Ensures that users’ needs are met and that they are well trained and capable of fully utilizing established systems;
  • Ensures that backup and recovery systems are operable and effective;
  • Ensures that user documentation is well developed and maintained.
• Responsible for overseeing Equipment Yard and centralized purchasing for the organization.
  • Ensures that project jobsites are properly serviced with equipment and applicable materials to properly deliver project schedules and budgets.
  • Ensures the profitability of company assets.
  • Analyzes overall organizational equipment needs and provides buy/lease analysis.
  • Provides coordination with Operational leaders and ensures that internal and external customer needs are met.
• Effectively supervises assigned managers, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Provides leadership through effective goal setting, delegation, and communication. Conducts regular staff meetings to ensure that direct reports are well informed of changes in programs, policies, and procedures;
  • Selects, trains, and directs department managers. Provides assistance and support as needed;
  • Conducts performance appraisals as assigned. Provides measurable feedback to accounting personnel and suggestions for improved performance;
  • Formulates and implements employee corrective actions as needed.
• Assumes responsibility for the effective performance of area functions.
  • Keeps management informed of area activities and of progress toward established goals;
  • Coordinates functions with other departments. Interfaces with production and sales personnel to ensure that their information needs are being met and that accounting procedures are accurate and consistent with organizational objectives.
• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective business relations with vendors, outside auditors, and regulators, and with those from professional trade and civic groups.
  • Serves as a liaison between the Company and regulatory authorities;
• Ensures that the Company’s professional reputation is maintained.
• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Stays informed of trends and changes in the accounting, finance, and IT fields.
• As a safety sensitive position, complete adherence to alcohol and drug use policies set by company
• In-person, predictable attendance at assigned location

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification                 Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field or equivalent work experience.

                                                                CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.

Knowledge                                          Thorough understanding of financial and accounting practices, procedures, and regulations.

                                                                Knowledge of investments, financial research, and reporting.

                                                                Understanding of information systems.

                                                                Thorough knowledge of the Company’s products, history, and organizational objectives.

Experience                                            Ten to twenty years of related progressive experience.

                                                                Significant supervisory experience required.

Skills/Abilities:                                Solid organizational and analytical abilities.

                                                                Ability to operate related computer applications.

                                                                Ability to develop and complete reports and research on time.

                                                                Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

                                                                Excellent communication skills.

                                                                Ability to apply logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.

                                                                Able to deal with very difficult concepts and complex variables.

                                                                Numerical and financial

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Verifiable work references demonstrating exceptional accomplishments, leadership, and communication skills
• Successful completion of post-offer background & drug screens

The salary range for this position starts at $200,000 annually and is dependent on level of experience, expertise, breadth of departments that are overseen, and title/rank of position offered.

 Health and welfare benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, ADD, STD, LTD, and EAP substantially supported by the employer.

• Retirement benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Program - funded by the company for all full-time overhead employees; optional 401(k) to boost savings
• Other benefits and compensation include annual bonus potential, employee events and activities, discounted benefit programs (i.e. LegalShield, pet insurance, Botanic Garden memberships, etc. which may vary over time)

For more details about our benefits package, please visit: https://www.ghphipps.com/careers/.