Director of Finance And Accounting

Nickerson Talent Solutions is searching for a Director of Finance and Accounting for a full-time direct hire in Mesa, AZ.

Summary:

Directs the day-to-day financial activities of the U.S. organization by performing the following duties personally or through other finance/accounting team members.

Educations/Work Experience Requirements:

• Four-year college degree in accounting, finance or business administration required and minimum 3 years’ experience working in a Director of Finance role.
• At least 15 years’ experience working as a Manager/Supervisor in the accounting/finance arena.
• Must be a U.S Citizen.

Certifications:

• CPA a plus

Skills and Qualifications

• Preferred experience working with RAMCO Accounting software, but solid working experience with a similar accounting software is required at a minimum, and would be considered.
• Ability to apply and logically evaluate advanced mathematical concepts, including frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variances, correlation of techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional and accounting journals, technical publications and government accounting regulations.
• Must also be able to read, analyze, interpret and propose sound changes, as applicable, to legal contracts and agreements related to the company.
• Must possess superior ability to write reports, business correspondence, internal communications and procedure manuals and to create monthly, quarterly and annual accounting reports, statements and other financial worksheets or reports.
• Ability to effectively and persuasively present written and oral information and respond to questions from the Company’s Board of Directors, managers, clients, customers and employees.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Oversee and manage all accounting, financial reporting, contracts management, and compliance activity for program accounting and finance functions
• Provide strategic business leadership for the division for both government and commercial customers.
• Hands-on leadership in developing and maintaining accurate financial forecasts.
• Ensure adherence to internal control processes and certifications to ensure on-going compliance and financial statement integrity as required and related external reporting standards.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual operating financial planning and reporting activity for the Division.
• Lead program execution, cost control and analysis activities for existing contracts.
• Develop and lead operational action plans to reduce working capital balances consistent with commitments in the annual operating financial plan.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and contractual commitments with special focus on business systems rules to ensure adequacy in passing all DCAA/DCMA audits.
• Support internal/ external audit activities as needed.
• Support business proposal development activity, cost estimating and economic evaluation of investment alternatives, as required. •
• Oversee staffing, performance management and coaching/development of the Finance, Accounting, and Contracts Management professional staff.
• Under the company's Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) program, you will have the following responsibilities as a Manager/Supervisor:
• Providing a safe and healthy workplace, including ensuring each employee under your supervision possesses or has access to necessary and applicable safety equipment, systems, and properly maintained tools.
• Ensuring staff are provided with applicable safety information, training, instruction, and supervision to protect the general occupational health and safety of employees.
• Ensuring employees know and comply with OH&S requirements.
• Supporting and consulting with OH&S committees, if organized, and OH&S representatives on all matters to improve workplace OH&S, including regular safety inspections of the workplace.
• To reduce product and ‘safety of flight’ risks to an acceptable level, you must actively participate in the Safety Management System (SMS), which includes:
• Communication of safety risks to employees and their roles and responsibilities related to these risks.
• Continuous improvement of the company’s Safety Management System and risk controls.
• Compliance with applicable safety laws and regulations.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

• Physical Requirements:Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone

• Special Work Conditions:Applicants selected may be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements to be cleared for and to gain access to applicable classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. nationals or permanent residents (Green Card).