Position Title: Chief Financial Officer
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Apply at: https://jonesnet.com/careers.html#/jobs/15665

Jones Networking is recruiting for a Chief Financial Officer to join a Firm in Raleigh, NC. The Firm offers a competitive salary, health insurance, 401k plan, generous PTO and wellness programs.

Position Summary for the Chief Financial Officer:
– Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and budgets to guide business decisions.
– Analyze financial data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
– Provide strategic recommendations to optimize financial performance and support growth initiatives.
– Oversee accurate and timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
– Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements (i.e. business licensure by jurisdiction, registration of business assets with relevant government entities, etc.)
– Applied knowledge of GAAP principles and ability to comply with those in day-to-day operations.
– Familiarity with local, state, and federal tax law and procedure and ability to consult with and seek advice from retained advisors (i.e. CPAs, business law attorneys, etc.)
– Oversee all law firm accounting requirements as dictated by applicable State Bar rules and coordinates with the Managing Partner to ensure compliance.
– Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities. Work with the Managing Partner to monitor cash flow projections and manage liquidity to meet short-term and long-term financial obligations.
– Implement effective cash management strategies to optimize working capital and minimize financial risks.
– Evaluate financing options and negotiate terms with lenders to support capital needs.
– Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks.
– Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
– Develop contingency plans and scenario analyses to address potential threats to financial stability.
– Collaborate with senior management to develop strategic plans and long-term financial objectives.
– Provide financial analysis and insights to support business initiatives, investments, and acquisitions.
– Evaluate capital allocation decisions and assess the financial impact of strategic opportunities.
– Oversee accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
– Evaluate and implement financial systems and software to improve efficiency and accuracy.
– Streamline financial processes and workflows to enhance productivity and scalability.
– Lead and mentor the finance team, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
– Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and achieve business objectives.
– Travel may be required.

Qualifications Summary for the Chief Financial Officer:
– Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.
– Proven experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, or senior finance executive in a small to mid-sized company.
– Strong financial, analytical, and business acumen.
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
– Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving financial improvements and results and identifying opportunities for synergy.
– Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and foster collaborative partnerships.
– Ability to instruct, direct, mentor, and evaluate team members; direct and motivate others; communicate effectively and use judgment, tact and discretion; quickly assimilate oral and written data, to analyze facts and draw logical conclusions; maintain collaborative client/team member relations.
– Must be able to exercise extensive independent judgment to make decisions in carrying out assignments that have substantial impact on the company.
– Proficiency in financial analysis tools, accounting systems, and Microsoft Excel.

– Knowledge of regulatory compliance, financial reporting standards, and best practices in corporate governance.

Salary and Benefits Summary for the Chief Financial Officer:
– Competitive Salary
– Medical and Dental Insurance
– 401k Plan
– Short-Term Disability
– Employer paid Long-Term Disability
– Employer paid AD&D Insurance
– Paid Company Holidays
– Paid Time-off Program
– Non-exempt Position
– Employer paid Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program

If you’re ready to take the next step towards an exciting new career, visit www.jonesnet.com to view all of our current openings in Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, and Charlotte, NC.