Witt / Kieffer

has been manufacturing quality vehicle electronics and diagnostic equipment for growing markets such as Off-Highway, Bus & Coach, Truck & Fleet, Marine and Specialty Vehicles for over 30 years.. Chief Financial Officer to join our team in Elkhart, IN or Romulus, MI. The. Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Manages ACTIA's legal affairs and collaborates with outside legal counsel on legal matters. Significant experience in or knowledge of accounting, including financial reporting, compliance, KPI, and process improvement

chief financial officer

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description ACTIA Corporation has been manufacturing quality vehicle electronics and diagnostic equipment for growing markets such as Off-Highway, Bus & Coach, Truck & Fleet, Marine and Specialty Vehicles for over 30 years. ACTIA Group is an international group based in Toulouse, France.
We are currently looking for a Chief Financial Officer to join our team in Elkhart, IN or Romulus, MI. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) plays a crucial role in the financial management, strategic decision-making of the organization, and as a business partner to the CEO. As a key member of the senior management team, the CFO is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial planning, reporting, and analysis. They provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and other senior leaders based on financial analysis and projections to support business growth and profitability.
Organizational Competencies :
Financial Management
Plans and monitors the use of expenditures to meet organizational objectives and compliance; prepares budget documents and reports.
Critical Thinking
Ability to possess higher-order thinking skills that enable one to see both sides of the coin. Provide solutions by creating and implementing new methodologies.
Problem Solving
Demonstrating an ability to resolve issues and overcome challenges effectively, by utilizing available resources and methods in the least amount of time.
Decision Making and Judgement
Demonstrates the ability to derive logical conclusions from a number of options available. Makes informed decisions after taking into account all the information, potential positive and negative outcomes of these decisions.
Strategic Analysis
Uses a variety of information sources internal and external to the organization to identify issues and trends; studies financial, economic, and technical information to identify ways to achieve long-range goals or meet the vision of the organization.
Job Specific Competencies:
Strategy Aligns as a business partner to the CEO; assesses organizational performance against both the annual budget and ACTIA's long-term strategy
Develops tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the CEO
Engages in finance, audit and investment activities
Identifies issues, trends and changes in the operating models and operational deliverables
Assists in establishing yearly objectives
Selects and engages outside consultants (e.g. auditors, insurance brokers, 401k administrator, tax consultants and other advisors)
Oversees long-term budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with ACTIA's strategic plan Executive Management Serves as a member of the executive leadership team and a Corporate Officer
Participates in key decisions pertaining to strategic initiatives, operating model and operational execution.
Assists in continual improvement initiatives and processes Financial Planning and Analysis Coordinates the development and monitoring of budgets
Develops financial business plans and forecasts
Prepares and maintains regular financial KPI reports, monthly profit and loss forecast
Completes analysis of financial results and develops strategic and tactical recommendations
Develops and executes analysis of various business initiatives
Develops and maintains capital budget
Performs ad-hoc analysis and assists in development of new reports Finance and Cash Management Oversees cash flow planning and ensures availability of funds
Oversees cash, investment, and asset management
Oversees financing strategies and activities; including banking relationships
Develops and utilizes forward-looking, predictive models and activity-based financial analyses to provide insight into the organization's operations and business plans. Policy and Relations Participates in corporate policy development as a member of the senior management team
Represents ACTIA to financial partners (e.g. financial institutions, parent company, auditors, government and tax authorities etc.)
Remains up-to-date on financial best practices and state and federal law regarding operations Accounting and Administration Oversees the accounting department to ensure proper maintenance of all accounting systems and function
Ensures maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures
Ensures timeliness, accuracy and usefulness of financial and management reporting
Oversees the preparation and communication of monthly and annual financial statements
Coordinates audits and proper filing of tax returns
Oversees preparation of month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial statements
Reviews all month-end closing activities
Enhances and implements financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems
Serves as a final point of escalation for AR/AP, Payroll issues and provides support to collections activities
Assists in maintaining appropriate cost and pricing structures
Engages in margin and profitability review and leads cost reduction initiatives
Serves as a key player in inventory control and drives reduction of obsolete and slow-moving inventory
Approves purchase requisitions, ACH and Wire payments
Serves as the key contact for external auditors
Manages preparation in support of all external audits Team Management Supervises, mentors and manages finance staff to build an effective team dynamic
Guides cross-departmental teams outside of direct span of control Insurance, Real Estate and Legal Affairs Manages ACTIA's insurance programs
Manages ACTIA's real estate affairs (e.g. real estate and personal property taxes, negotiates new leases or lease renewals, coordinates with local Assessors' office on appeals and other affairs
Represents ACTIA as a tenant of the Industrial Park
Manages ACTIA's legal affairs and collaborates with outside legal counsel on legal matters Legal Compliance Ensure legal compliance with state, federal and OSHA requirements
Ensure ISO procedures are followed
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures Minimum Qualifications and Education
Bachelor's degree (preferably in Finance); a Master's degree is preferred
CPA Certification
Extensive knowledge and understanding GAAP and tax codes
Experience managing finance and accounting staff
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills
Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills
Experience in senior financial-management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
Significant experience in or knowledge of accounting, including financial reporting, compliance, KPI, and process improvement
Working Conditions
Movement
This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and on the production floor. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Operate/Use
Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e. copier, printer, calculator)
Ascend/Descend
Rarely ascends/descends stairs to reach archived files
Communicate
This position frequently communicates with co-workers, managers and supervisors. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Transport
This position frequently lifts or moves 25 pounds, occasionally moves up to 50 pounds for various needs.
Work Environment
Relatively quiet but fast paced.
Travel
Occasional travel to Domestic and Global ACTIA locations, with overnight stays, may be required.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
ACTIA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ACTIA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and t providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ACTIA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ACTIA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package which includes:
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
Life and Disability insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid Holidays
Generous paid time off policy.
A flexible Schedule. Position Requirements
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
This position is currently accepting applications.
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