Chief Financial Officer

The Finance Department of one of the fastest-growing accounting firms in the country, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer who is motivated to learn, excited to collaborate and passionate about delivering outstanding results. This individual will have a direct impact on our firm’s mission of serving as a catalyst for those striving to achieve their highest potential. 

This position will provide strategic financial input to the partner group.  The CFO will play a key role in developing and implementing financial procedures to analyze and improve the financial health of the firm. This role is responsible for managing the financial activities of the Firm including providing monthly financials, regular projections, annual budget and other financial supporting schedules related to the financial operations of the firm.  This individual will also be responsible for overseeing the operations of the Finance team including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable/collections, cash management, time & billing and payroll.

As a member of our executive leadership team, they will be comfortable in a leadership role that demands clear communication, presentation skills and a desire to be intellectually challenged.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop relationships and support firm leaders (Managing Partner, Chief Operating Officer, Board, Service Line Leaders and Operational Leaders) to evaluate new opportunities, challenge current strategies, maximize revenues and appropriately manage costs with understanding towards leader objectives
• Interpret and analyze financial statements, prepare discussion and analysis, provide strategic forward-looking feedback to Management via Financial Statement Discussion and Analysis
• Maintain and update accounting policies, internal controls and procedures for the Firm
• Oversee the preparation/delivery of the underlying schedules needed for the compilation of the Firm’s tax returns
• Manage the Firm’s Fixed Asset accounting including depreciation schedules
• Oversee the Firm’s month end closing process for both G/L and Time & Billing
• Preparation and review of monthly financial statements for Anders and affiliates
• Oversee the Treasury/Banking function of the Firm and relevant affiliates including oversight/review of cash management reporting and monitoring
• Oversees payroll process in all respects including Partner compensation tracking/reporting
• Oversees and/or prepares financial and/or cash flow projections, and annual budget process
• Performs regular variance analysis against budgets and forecasts to explain variances
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of Advisory service line reports including the revisions and updates of these reports/metrics to be more useful and efficient.
• A/R, WIP and Billing management oversight including interfacing w/ Partners in these areas
• Works closely with other individuals and groups on projects, problems or issues involving accounting systems and financial planning
• Manage and direct the accounting/finance (including billing and collections) department staff, including establishment of goals and evaluating performance
• Advise on long-term business and financial planning with the potential for merger/acquisition activity
• Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with applicable laws and firm policies
• Identify and address financial risks and opportunities and focus on risk management mitigation
• Participate in the Executive Leadership Team meetings and assist in overall firm management

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven negotiation skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess excellent strategic, planning, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Disciplined and process oriented with strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create value through operational excellence and continuous improvement; solutions oriented with a high sense of urgency.
• Must possess excellent strategic, planning, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills along with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills and expertise in financial systems and reporting.
• Ability to proactively communicate and sell new concepts and process to all levels within the firm. Promotes open/transparent lines of communication with all partners, colleagues, and staff.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions.
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, but also able to recognize and support the partnership’s preferences and priorities.
• Results and profit-oriented with the ability to balance other business considerations.
• Highly motivated, accountable, results oriented individual with the ability to work effectively in a high energy, entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong client service skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management
• Work effectively in a team environment and act as a role model for Finance and Firm employees
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures
• Strong organization skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to exercise discretion and strong judgment when handling confidential information

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar major preferred (CPA preferred)
• 10+ years accounting or finance experience and CFO experience preferred
• 10 + years supervisory experience
• Prior experience managing large teams
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office Applications
• Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct or other Financial Software Package experience
• Time & Billing System experience preferred
• Experience with Power BI and Data Analytics a plus

Applicants to the Chief Financial Officer position must be located within the Greater St. Louis, MO area.