Chief Financial Officer

Ardmore Home Design•Industry, CA

just now•$250,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be a key member of the Senior Executive Leadership team. This person will report to the CEO (a co-founder) with close interaction with both co-founders, Board, C-Suite, and all departments. In addition to managing the Accounting/Finance team, including Inventory Control, and its processes, the CFO will play a key role in collaborating and leading across the organization on strategic initiatives and opportunities. Other operational business units (real estate LLCs, etc.) will also be under the oversight of this individual. The ideal professional loves to own and drive projects through to completion by mentoring, coaching and influencing teams effectively. This individual is highly results-oriented, with grit and determination to thrive in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic and is strong at multitasking, prioritizing, and communicating/aligning with ownership and others on priorities. This is an individual who is both strategic and a “do-er”: enjoys and excels working both at the 30,000-foot level as well as rolling up their sleeves to get into the details. These individual embraces and supports our in-person/on-site work culture and embodies our company values of Ownership, Collaboration and Respect.

Requirements

BS degree in Finance, Accounting or another relevant major
20+ years of Accounting/Finance and leadership experience
Experience with M&A and business transactions at high scales
Proven track record in operational and financial leadership at $100M+ organization and also a strong interest in working for a founder-led business
Experience with warehouse inventory accounting and processes (wholesale and/or retail) required
Proven experience as a leader and advisor to the CEO and/or founders
Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in accounting and finance
Experience of excelling in - and preference for - a fast paced, high growth environment
Strong grit and determination to get to the finish line even when there are competing priorities or barriers (entrepreneurial mindset)
Stellar analytical, decision-making, judgment and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and execute annual budgeting and reforecasting process by collaborating and supporting colleagues
Prepare, present and manage reports and analyses related to budgets, forecasts, financial plans, cash flow projections, and business forecasts
Develop recommendations for tax strategy among and between the company’s various entities (C-Corp, S-Corp, LLCs) for owners in partnership with external tax advisors
Identify opportunities to and drive the implementation of technology to automate and improve processes (e.g., cash reconciliation, reporting etc.)
In partnership with the Controller, develop, implement and document accounting controls, policies and procedures; work with the team to ensure compliance with any/all tax/licensing/retirement plans applicable to AHD and other related entities
Manage and maintain external relationships (banks, accounting firms, legal, brokers etc.) with an elevated level of service consistent with our elevated brand
Manage all entities’ accounting/financial statements thoroughly, timely and proactively, and present to and inform Owners/Board on a regular cadence
Nurture, mentor and develop the Accounting/Finance and Inventory Control teams; develop a talent and organizational plan to identify and fill gaps and invest in the team to achieve business goals and meet deadlines
Be a strong and effective company influencer to successfully accomplish projects and initiatives and drive them to the finish line
Evolve the Accounting/Finance team into a service-driven department that will provide excellent service, support, training and guidance to other AHD departments in need of financial or accounting help