Vice President Finance

Company: Action Management Services
Location: Mission Viejo
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

Position SummaryThe VP Finance will report to the President and be a key business leader responsible for accounting, financial Planning and analysis, cost control, working capital management and business decision support. The VP Finance will collaborate with senior management to position the business for financial growth and efficiency, and to ensure that the company meets or exceeds its financial commitments.--Responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and effective financial processes, systems and controls to ensure compliance with Corporate policies and procedures.--Oversees the Accounting and IT departments.Position DutiesEssential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:* Work closely with leadership and associates to improve financial performance and understanding of key financial drivers and metrics.--Be pro-active while anticipating the changing needs of the business.* Oversee monthly accounting close process and timely and accurate reporting of financials to Corporate.--Ensure financial statements correctly reflect the company's financial position in accordance with US GAAP. * Work closely with operations to develop standard costs while reviewing and understanding manufacturing variances.--Maintain tight controls over WIP and closely monitoring open work orders greater than 90 days.* Partner and collaborate across multiple departments to provide financial support and analysis necessary to drive alignment and sound decision making.* Lead the development of annual Business Plan and monthly P&L forecasts. Review financial results with senior managment. Assess and quantify risks, monitor the execution of deliverables, proactively recommend and implement action necessary to improve profit and financial position. * Support senior management in the evaluation and execution of New Business opportunities. Prepare financial analysis to support customer quoting process and investment decisions.--Work with Sales & Marketing to optimize payment terms.* Evaluate capital expenditure requests and validate return on investment. Perform post audits on capital expenditures to evaluate ROI assumptions used in the investment justification.* Perform pricing analysis and audit to ensure compliance to the company's Pricing Policy. * Support functional leaders to achieve desired value drivers such as price and productivity commitment. Proactively promote cost and headcount controls.* Effectively manage working capital with focus on inventory, receivables and payables.--Partner with Supply Chain to drive inventory reduction and improved terms with vendor.--Work closely with sales to drive down customer terms and ensure timely collections.* Evaluate financial processes and systems to drive continuous improvements in efficiency, internal controls, and reporting capabilities. * Maintain internal accounting control and SOX compliance. Support both internal and external audits.* Responsible for staff development, training, evaluation, coaching and succession planning. Create a workplace that fosters teamwork and strengthens communication within and outside the department. * Responsible for compliance with all federal, state, payroll, and other applicable taxes. * Develop processes and procedures that enhance work efficiencies and improve the department's ability to serve the company.* Participate or lead special projects as required.Qualifications and Personal Attributes* Bachelor or Master's degree in Accounting.--Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.--CPA or MBA preferred. * Experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Accounting and Cost Accounting required. Experience working within a Manufacturing environment required. * Demonstrate the ability to thoroughly understand a business's strategy and determine linkages to financial initiatives and drivers. * Strong ability to lead, develop, and retain associates within the finance organization. * Ability to effectively manage people, projects, and tasks ensuring appropriate responsiveness and priority. Proven experience within a leadership capacity. * Strong communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels within the organization and influence processes across multiple functions and stakeholders. * Highly computer proficient, including advanced capabilities with Excel. * Manage, mentor and provide development for team members, including hiring and training.* Ability to exercise insightful judgment and drive for results* Excellent organization, verbal and written communication skills* Proven team player, always prepared to take initiative and perform a variety of duties* Possess the highest level of integrity and ethics.* Thorough knowledge and understanding of accounting and US GAAP* Proficiency in PC skills (Word, Excel, Access (other relational database software), and query/reporting tools).--Prior experience implementing an ERP systems is preferred.

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