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CFO- Business OperationsCFO - Business OperationsWe are looking for a detail-oriented CFO to join the Business Operations practice. As a member of CLA's BizOps practice, you will be an integral part of the CLA client service team and will work directly with our client's to provide customized accounting services to support them as they manage and grow their business or organization.In this role, you will work independently at client locations and report directly to the Principal in charge of the client relationship. You will be responsible for supervising the accounting team on each engagement which may include a combination of CLA staff and client staff. You are responsible for delivering timely and accurate financial statements and statistical information to the client's leadership team as well as implementing financial and operational best practices related to the client's specific industry.This position provides an outstanding opportunity to grow your career as you contribute to the success of clients' businesses or organizations. This is a full-time, long-term career opportunity serving multiple CLA clients on a permanent, part-time basis; it is not an outsourced temporary position.Chief Financial Officer Primary ResponsibilitiesWorks with client to set financial policy and is an active participantin, and driver of, the overall strategy.Leads financial administration, planning, and budgeting.Frequently partners with client's leadership on operational and strategic issues as they arise, providing recommendations based on financial analysis of projections, cost identification and allocation, and revenue/expense analysis.Oversees longer-term budget planning and cost management. Monitors progress of budgets and presents operational metrics.Ensures financial staff maintains financial record systems in accordance with appropriate principles and monitors the use of funds.Manages cash flow and forecasting, directing financial accounting.Coordinates audit activities.Ability to effectively and efficiently manage multiple client engagements. Builds strong client relationships and becomes a key member of client management team.Ability to develop key external business network and becomes service and industry thought leader.Technical KnowledgeMaintains knowledge of client's organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.Education/ExperienceBA/BS degree in accounting or related field required.Minimum of 10 years' relative work experience as a CFO or equivalent workAccounting back office experience is required.Relevant experience in the Real Estate, Construction, Private Equity or Hospitality Industry is preferredPublic accounting experience preferred but not required.CPA certification is preferred but not required.Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems, i.e. QuickBooks, Yardi, MRI, Timberline, Sage, Foundations.Proficiency with applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc).Ability to travel to client sites.Skills/KnowledgeAn understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (FASB/SFAS) or other comprehensive basis of accountingStrong organization skills/goal orientation/self-motivation.Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner.Excellent interpersonal skills.Communication that is clear, concise, and considerate of the needs of others.Ability to work For full info follow application link.CLA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.EOE/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
