Chief Financial Officer

LAFAYETTE, LA
Full Time
Executive

JOB SUMMARY

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at BlackHawk is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the business including, but not limited to:
  • Financial Reporting, Accounting and Budgeting Functions
  • Cash Flow Management and Forecasting
  • Human Resource and Payroll Functions
  • ERP Systems and Software
  • Business Insurance
  • Tax and Regulatory Compliance

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Act as Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner to Board of Directors and Executive Team.
  • Serve as a key member of Executive and Leadership teams.
  • Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models.
  • Assess and evaluate the financial performance of the organization regarding long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts.
  • Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plan of the organization.
  • Identify, acquire and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information.
  • Work with other departments and cross-functional teams to make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency.
  • Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and financial software. 
  • Recruit, interview and hire finance, accounting and payroll staff as required.
  • Implement policies, procedures and processes as deemed appropriate by Leadership Team.
  • Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly and annual financial statements.
  • Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts and overhead cost allocation.
  • Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state and federal tax returns.
  • Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems.
  • Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.
  • Maintain banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners.
  • Utilize forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the organization’s plans and operating budgets.
  • Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal and local laws regarding company operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Fifteen (15+) years total accounting or finance experience
  • Five (5) years minimum experience as a CFO or Controller required
  • A minimum of three (3) years of construction accounting experience required
  • CPA preferred
  • Public accounting experience preferred
  • Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls and compliance-related issues required
  • “Hands On” ERP Systems experience required
  • Background coordinating with I.T. staff to manage and/or upgrade accounting systems required
  • Systems implementation experience strongly preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Divisions Managed: 
Supervises one position:              
  • Director of Accounting Services
     

COMPETENCIES
  • Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
 
  • Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
 
  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
 
  • Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
 
  • Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
 
  • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
 
  • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
 
  • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
 
  • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
 
  • Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the company vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
 
  • Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
 
  • Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
 
  • Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition and feedback to others.
 
  • Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills, leadership and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
 
  • Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
 
  • Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
 
  • Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
 
  • Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
 
  • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
 
  • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
 
  • Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
 
  • Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
 
  • Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
 
  • Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
 
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
 
  • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
 
  • Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
 
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
 
  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
 
  • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
 
  • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
 
  • Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
 
  • Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Minimal travel required occasionally

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents; the ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints; the ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style; the ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.                                                                                                                                       

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Possess the ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations and permutations; the ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Possess the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions and the ability to interpret and extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Sedentary physical demand.
  • Frequent to constant sitting.
  • Occasional standing, walking, moving, and climbing of stairs.
  • Occasional to frequent repetitive hand and finger movements.
  • Occasional use of hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
  • Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Opportunities for flexibility of movement exist.
SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES
At all times, the employee is responsible for following all safety rules and regulations set by BlackHawk Datacom, their customers, and federal, state and local governments.  The employee is also responsible for wearing the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by OSHA and the Company, in accordance to the tasks being performed.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, salaried position with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week.

 

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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