Chief Financial Officer

Strategic Alliance Business Group LLC (SABG)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Job Description

DESCRIPTION: Strategic Alliance Business Group LLC (SABG) is a fast-growing, privately held, small business, government contracting company. SABG is both woman-owned small business and a service-disabled veteran-owned small business providing superior technical support services to government and commercial customers. SABG maintains a high-performance culture that emphasizes quality, productivity, process improvement, recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce. If you are driven with a “can-do” attitude and eager to support a fast-growing company, this may be the opportunity you have been looking for.

JOB TITLE: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

REQUISITION #: VA-006-23-HQ

CLEARANCE: Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance

LOCATION: Fairfax, VA (hybrid work schedule, in office 1-2 days a week)

REPORTS TO: CEO

FLSA STATUS: Regular Full-Time Exempt

SUMMARY: SABG is hiring an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee and manage all financial and accounting functions for the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Manage all financial, accounting, regulatory and tax aspects of a growing $35 million privately held professional services contractor, including two majority-owned joint ventures
• Provide financial strategy recommendations to the leadership team
• Hands-on management of the accounting and finance function
• Work closely with ownership to discuss the best practices for company finances and develop strategic plans to improve the company’s overall financial health
• Oversee and coordinate with management all financial decisions, such as budgeting, indirect rates development and tax planning
• Provide leadership and management to the financial department (currently two direct reports)
• Support the company in developing short and long term financial goals
• Serve as key financial department point of contact for banking, auditors, and regulatory authorities
• Identify and address potential financial risks for the company
• Implement strategies and systems to improve financial performance and maintain internal controls
• Review financial operations and determine methods to reduce costs
• Oversee the reconciliation of general ledger accounts
• Take control of financial records ensuring adequate documentation of transactions
• Manage cash flow including collections oversight and payables planning
• Develop financial models and projections that will benefit different operating initiatives
• Training and increasing awareness and knowledge related to financial management and regulatory matters across the organization
• Prepare financial data for internal and external users, including monthly, quarterly and annual financial and corporate management revenue/expense reporting
• Oversee and administer all activities of the company’s 401k Plan
• Coordinate and administer annual tax return preparation and 401k Plan and DCAA audits

SUPERVISION: This position has supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field
• 15+ years of experience supporting a federal government contractor to include thorough knowledge of project costing, the FAR and the DCAA regulatory environment
• Experience in partnering with ownership and executive management teams
• Demonstrate integrity, respect, and a commitment to excellence
• Experience organizing, directing, and managing contract operation support functions involving multiple, complex, and interrelated project tasks
• Experience meeting with customer and contractor personnel to formulate and review task plans and deliverable items, and effectively execute in accordance with approved plans
• Ability to collaborate with technical staff and customers in forming strategies to improve performance, regulatory compliance, reliability, and cost effectiveness
• Experience with large scale information sharing between teams across multiple locations
• Experience and familiarity with industry-standard ERP systems, PROCAS experience a plus

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Skilled in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

CLEARANCE: Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• 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; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and 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

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in an office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS: SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact Beth Rodriguez at (703) 286-5020.

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please call Beth Rodriguez at (703) 286-5020 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Once you complete all steps we are notified of your completed application and we will review. For individuals who meet the requirements of the position, we will contact you and arrange next steps in the interview process.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled