Director of Finance

Road Runner Safety Services; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A traffic management company in Cape Girardeau is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee accounting operations and manage financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's or master’s degree in accounting or finance, a CPA license, and over 7 years of progressive financial management experience. This role includes responsibilities like leading budget and forecasting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and managing a finance team. High attention to detail and advanced analytical skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive financial management experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in finance.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and monthly close process.
• Prepare financial statements and regulatory reporting.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA license or equivalent certification

Job description

Helix Traffic Solutions is a traffic control and work zone management group. The family of companies united under Helix Traffic Solutions provide quality, experienced traffic management services throughout the West, Southwest, Southeast, Northwest, Northeast and the Mid-Atlantic regions.

As an industry leader, we quickly and effectively respond to all traffic control service needs, expectations and project requirements. We provide a full suite of traffic management services aimed at providing solutions for projects of any size.

Summary / Objective

The Director of Finance is responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day accounting operations, the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, analyses, regulatory reporting, as well as the strategic financial planning and reporting. The position requires knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The Director of Finance is a key member of the organization’s leadership team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Full ownership and accountability for all aspects of the accounting operations including daily cash management, accounts receivable and invoicing, accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, fixed asset subledgers and account reconciliations.
• Performs weekly cash flow forecast and intercompany cash activities.
• Prepares financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule in accordance with GAAP reporting.
• Responsible for Intercompany reconciliation process.
• Responsible for regulatory reporting, including local business taxes.
• Supports annual financial audit.
• Safeguards the Company’s assets through establishing, monitoring, and reviewing effective internal controls.
• Lead annual strategy, annual budget and forecasting, monthly estimates, and monthly business reviews in partnership with the President and executive team members.
• Drive automation, efficiency, and scalability initiatives to meet growth requirements.
• Lead and manage a team.
• Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs

Competencies

• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Solid understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and financial analysis including an advanced understanding of revenue recognition and lease accounting
• Ability and willingness to be hands-on and dive into the detail
• Demonstrated track record in building and developing superior finance teams with best practices in a high-growth, high-change environment
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Continuous process improvement mindset
• Advanced Excel skills and comprehension
• High attention to detail and ability to work within stringent deadlines
• Ability to interact and influence direct and indirect reports and peers

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance
• CPA license or equivalent certification preferred
• 7+ years progressive financial management experience
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in finance
• Solid financial, analytical, and business acumen