vcfo is an established professional services firm that provides strategic financial expertise, human resource solutions and professional recruitment services to emerging, expanding and transitioning companies nationwide. vcfo is the employer of choice for experienced professionals who want to elevate their career in a multi-client team environment. We are currently seeking a Consulting CFO for our expanding Seattle, WA practice.
Our consultants enjoy flexible work schedules, work life balance and have the opportunity to collaborate with a team of talented finance professionals from our various practice cities (Austin, Dallas, Houston, Denver and Seattle). vcfo's team approach and extensive partnership network allow us to provide our consultants the appropriate work load that aligns with thier current personal and professional goals. No more 60+ hour work weeks. We offer a competitive variable compensation plan with weekly hours that may fluctuate based on client(s) needs. We are not a contractor shop that process tactical projects and move on. Our engagements are typically long-term with dynamic clients that utilize vcfo’s skilled professionals on a fractional basis for several months or years.
If this fast paced, multi-client opportunity sounds like an ideal position for you and your career goals please apply online (see below) and include your compensation and weekly workload requirements. Full and part-time opportunities available.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the leadership of the financial and administrative activities of client organizations by performing the following duties:
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct, and evaluate the client's financial function
• Participate in the development of the client's plans and programs by providing strategic financial leadership on key decisions such as M&A, investments, and funding
• Manage vcfo client engagements and staff resources
• Develop a reliable cash flow projection and budgeting process. Drive improvement in this process through education of department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets
• Evaluate and advise on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory interaction
• Develop and advise on cost strategies and pricing models
• Develop timely and accurate analysis of budgets and financial reports that will assist client management and Board in operation of the business
• Develop and implement systems and policies and procedures that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the client
• Asses and make recommendations regarding the treasury function and cash management
• Introduce additional vcfo services and/or other external service providers as necessary to ensure client has breadth and depth of expertise required to meet its existing obligations and strategic objectives
• Participate in the negotiation of contracts
• Oversight of close and review of monthly financial statements
• Develop Board and Investor Presentations
• Present to Board Members and Management Team
• Assess the appropriateness and application of technical accounting requirements and policies
• Assist in business development activities to build vcfo's presence and brand in the market.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a multi-client dynamic environment and has the following qualifications:
Requirements:
• College degree in accounting, finance or a related field, MBA preferred
• Active CPA or CMA certification preferred
• 10+ years of relevant experience as Controller and CFO in emerging and middle-market growth companies
• Experience building and managing a team
• Ability to establish credibility throughout the client organization and Board as an effective problem solver and trusted advisor; be viewed as approachable and as a mentor to staff in financial issues
• Desire to be collaborative and facilitative in problem solving through influence, persuasion and ownership
• Desire to network and support business development marketing efforts in the Seattle area. Established network already in place would be a plus
• Operations experience
• Strong focus on customer service in a professional services environment preferred
• Ability to perform well under pressure of multiple deadlines and environments
• Significant hands-on experience performing budgeting/forecasting with complex/dynamic financial models. Candidate must have hands on experience in creating forecasts and financial models
• Strong accounting system skills with both small and larger systems
• Banking experience - negotiating/managing lines of credit, managing relationships
• Significant experience supporting and or leading debt and equity financings
• Experience with various aspects of Human Resources
• Creation and implementation of policies and procedures
• Exposure to different Capital Structures (common & preferred stock, convertible debt)
• Desire to problem solve from a consulting and hands-on perspective
• High tech, energy, real estate or related experience preferred
• Experience with early-stage and mid-market companies preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
Why companies choose vcfo
Expertise.
We provide strategic leadership to our clients in the areas of finance, accounting, recruiting, and human resources, and are committed to hiring people with deep technical expertise and core competencies in our solution areas. In order to provide the most relevant expertise and to align with your corporate objectives, we begin most engagements with a strategic analysis and diagnosis of your business. All our professionals have access to unique systems, processes, and templates, and are available as resources to each other. This set of tools and leverage across the practice optimizes the service we provide for our clients.
Experience.
Over the last 13 years, vcfo has helped over 1500 clients with professionals who have real-time, relevant experience. All of our team members are full time vcfo employees with an average of twenty years experience before joining the vcfo team. They participate regularly in ongoing training and professional development and have served a wide variety of industries for clients at different stages of growth. Best practices are actively developed and shared across the company along with current market data on key transactions such as debt, funding, and M&A activities. These collaborative techniques provide significant benefits for our clients.
Execution.
Using our team approach we can fully implement any deliverables required and prefer to be on-site at your location for accessibility and to work as an integral part of your team. Our clients appreciate our on-demand, as-needed support that comes with no minimum commitments or contractual obligations. Because our clients are not looking for a one–size fits all solution, vcfo’s blend of skills and rates results in the optimal as well as most cost-effective solutions for our clients
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