Chief of Staff to the CFO

ADB Companies, LLC • Wildwood, MO

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

ADB Companies is seeking a Chief of Staff to the CFO to serve as a trusted strategic partner and operational right hand to the Chief Financial Officer. This high-impact role is responsible for driving financial and operational excellence across the organization, enabling informed executive decision-making, and ensuring accountability on key priorities. The ideal candidate will bring deep financial acumen, exceptional organizational skills, and an ALL IN attitude to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. ADB is a Nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology, and Engineering. Our customer centric approach has ensured long term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset, ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our communities.

Requirements

• 3+ years of progressive experience in finance, operations, strategy, or management consulting — with demonstrated exposure to executive-level decision support.
• Proven expertise in financial management including P&L oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and WIP/job cost reporting.
• 2+ years of experience managing direct reports required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and results-driven with a high standard for follow-through.
• Strong cross-functional collaborator and relationship builder across diverse teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
• Unwavering commitment to safety — ZERO incidents is the expectation 100% of the time.
• Deep alignment with ADB’s mission, vision, values, and ALL IN culture.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence outcomes and represent leadership with credibility.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to translate complex financial and operational data into clear narratives.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP and financial systems a plus.
• Experience in the Technology, Telecom, and/or Utility Construction industry strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and operational right hand to the CFO, managing day-to-day priorities, decision support, and confidential matters with the utmost discretion.
• Anticipate the needs of the CFO; proactively identify gaps, risks, and opportunities across Finance and Operations before they escalate.
• Prepare, review, and synthesize briefing materials, executive presentations, board reports, and financial summaries to enable informed, timely decisions.
• Represent the interests of the CFO in cross-functional forums, leadership meetings, and stakeholder engagements.
• Track and drive accountability on strategic priorities, action items, and commitments on behalf of the executive.
• Partner closely with the CFO to manage and oversee core finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, Work in Progress (WIP), Job Cost Reviews, Cash Flow management, and P&L reporting.
• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for executive leadership and the board.
• Support management of audits, financial controls, and compliance activities in coordination with the accounting team.
• Oversee financial cadences including close processes, forecast cycles, and budget planning — ensuring deadlines are met and outputs are accurate.
• Partner with the CFO to drive operational excellence across all lines of business — analyzing workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing improvements.
• Lead and/or support large-scale, cross-functional operational initiatives from planning through execution, managing scope, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder accountability.
• Develop and track operational KPIs; build dashboards and reporting mechanisms that give leadership real-time visibility into performance.
• Champion process standardization and scalability across regions, ensuring standards are consistently applied.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for operational issues, driving timely and effective resolution across stakeholders.
• Manage the CFO’s calendar, scheduling priorities, travel logistics, and meeting preparation to maximize executive effectiveness.
• Coordinate and prepare agendas, pre-reads, and follow-up documentation for leadership team meetings, board sessions, and all-hands communications.
• Own the operating rhythm of the Finance and Operations functions — including recurring reviews, leadership syncs, and quarterly business reviews.
• Draft, review, and manage executive correspondence, internal communications, and announcements on behalf of the CFO.
• Maintain and organize critical documentation.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities for Finance and Operations leadership team members.
• Track and manage expense reporting, vendor relationships, and budget oversight for the executive office.
• Develop and execute communication strategies that enable seamless information flow across Finance, Operations, and the broader organization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across all levels of the organization, acting as a connector between the CFO and internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Facilitate alignment across competing priorities and stakeholders; drive decisions to closure when ambiguity or conflict arises.
• Stay current on industry trends, market conditions, and competitive dynamics — synthesizing insights for executive awareness and strategic planning.

Benefits

• The safety, well-being, and career growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.
• Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager