VP, Finance - Knoxville, TN

Southern Atlantic Region • Knoxville, TN

401d

About The Position

The Vice President of Finance at CRH is a senior leadership role responsible for providing financial oversight and strategic direction within the Southern Atlantic Region. Reporting directly to the CFO, this position involves managing financial systems, ensuring compliance, and leading a team to support the company's growth and operational efficiency. The VP of Finance will work closely with senior management to drive financial planning, budgeting, and performance management, while also fostering a culture of teamwork and development within the finance department.

Requirements

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or Business, plus 5-10 years of relevant financial management experience.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred but not required.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Strong financial analysis capabilities, including cash flow modeling and analysis.
• Skill in examining and establishing proper financial operations and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Strategic leadership and ability to connect with people and drive development.
• Ability to translate business objectives into actionable, measurable initiatives.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to use a computer to communicate and analyze data, including Outlook, MS Office programs, Hyperion financial software and other web-based programs.
• Strong values and high standards of ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other personnel.
• Ability to develop and foster relationships and trust at all levels of the organization.
• The ability to lead effective teams and develop direct reports.
• Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and project management skills.
• Business acumen in manufacturing, distribution and/or construction operations.
• Strong action orientation and drive for results.
• Strong oral/written communication, presentation and listening skills.
• The ability to deal with ambiguity and facilitate change.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the construction or manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with financial software and systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Oversees regional accounting team personnel and functions in the day-to-day financial activities of the Company and the preparation of internal financial statements.
• Works closely with CFO and other senior members of management on financial planning, corporate vision, and strategic planning.
• Oversees regionally related functions which work with all areas of our businesses, including the regional accounting department, fixed assets, liquid asphalt, etc.
• Drives for organizational improvement and envisions and creates more efficient service centers.
• Provides strategic financial leadership and support for the evaluation of capital expenditures, contracts, forecasts, budgets, strategic plans, and other financial issues affecting the business.
• Prepares operating budgets and management reports; makes independent economic analyses of business opportunities; and evaluates the financial impact of related actions being considered by the corporation.
• Assists in the integration of accounting systems for new entities.
• Organizes, interprets, and presents operating and financial data, including identification of significant indicators to senior management.
• Ensures that effective corporate and operational systems are established and maintained.
• Recommends and leads new efforts to improve management and financial performance.
• Ensures that adequate controls are implemented and maintained to safeguard financial risk and assets of the organization.
• Works in conjunction with auditors in the preparation of audited financial statements.
• Ensures compliance with state tax (sales, income, etc.) laws in several states, including collection, payment and reporting.
• Ensures motivation and team building, performance management, career development, and succession planning for all department employees.
• Stays abreast of trends and regulations to ensure effectiveness and compliance of the finance and accounting functions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees