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Kalitta Air, LLC

Assistant Chief Pilot

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

Assistant Chief Pilot Department: Flight Operations Reports To : Chief Pilot POSITION PURPOSE ... Associates or Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management or a related field preferred. * Previous ...

Banfield

Chief of Staff Veterinarian

Traverse City, MI · On-site

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log ... The Chief of Staff partners with the Practice Manager (if applicable) to operate an effective and ...

Actalent

Survey Crew Chief

Pontiac, MI

Survey Crew Chief This role leads field survey operations for a wide range of public and private ... Associate's or Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction, or a related field.

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What are Associate Chiefs?

Associate Chiefs are senior leaders in an organization who assist the Chief Executive or Chief Officer in overseeing specific departments, programs, or functions. They often act as second-in-command and help implement strategies, manage teams, and ensure smooth operations. The role may vary by industry, but typically involves significant responsibility for leadership, decision-making, and communication between upper management and staff. Associate Chiefs may also step in for the Chief during absences or represent the organization in meetings and events.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Chief, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Chief, you need strong leadership abilities, strategic planning skills, and relevant experience in your field, often supported by an advanced degree or professional certification. Familiarity with management software, data analytics tools, and industry-specific systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills help you excel in overseeing teams and driving organizational goals. These competencies are crucial for ensuring effective operations, fostering collaboration, and achieving strategic success within the organization.

How does an Associate Chief typically balance strategic leadership with day-to-day operational responsibilities?

An Associate Chief often acts as a bridge between executive leadership and department teams, overseeing both long-term initiatives and daily operations. This role requires effective prioritization, as Associate Chiefs must ensure that immediate issues are addressed without losing sight of strategic goals. They frequently collaborate with managers, staff, and external partners to implement policies, resolve challenges, and drive department performance. Successful candidates are adaptable, able to shift between high-level planning and hands-on problem-solving, and skilled at communicating across various levels of the organization.

What is the difference between Associate Chief vs Department Head?

AspectAssociate ChiefDepartment Head
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees and relevant certificationsSimilar credentials, often with additional leadership experience
Work EnvironmentSupports senior leadership, involved in strategic planningManages daily operations of a department
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in healthcare, education, government sectorsWidely used across various industries including healthcare and education

The Associate Chief and Department Head roles both require relevant credentials and involve leadership within organizations. The Associate Chief usually supports senior executives and focuses on strategic initiatives, while the Department Head manages daily departmental operations. Both positions are integral to organizational structure but differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility.

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PEPI: Senior Associate, CFO Services (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS)

PEPI: Senior Associate, CFO Services (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS)

Alvarez and Marsal

Troy, MI • On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description

PEPI - CFO Services – Senior Associate

OVERVIEW:

A&M CFO Services work with private equity held portfolio companies and provide our clients with solutions to preserve and generate value for their businesses. Our goal is to improve transparency to key drivers and business performance, to support increasing cash and EBITDA, and to provide benefits through hands-on involvement in our clients’ operations. Our job is to support PE firms to ensure their portfolio companies have credible plans and the ability to execute and deliver financial outcomes.

CFO Services Provides the following pillar of services:

  • Liquidity & Working Capital Optimization
  • Strategic Analytics & Planning
  • Performance Measurement & Management
  • Business Transformation
  • Auxiliary Services: Accounting Remediation

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

Data Collection, Validation and Analysis

  • Develop information requests based on the specific project scope
  • Lead client interviews and ask the right questions in order to gather meaningful data
  • Identify information gaps through trend analysis, pattern recognition
  • Investigate beyond the first logical answer and challenge preconceived beliefs with fact-based analytics
  • Deep dive into all relevant data, improve management reporting, and develop reliable and transparent forecasting
  • Develop storyline messages using supporting facts and analyses, ensure data and branding standards flows accurately and consistently throughout the presentation

Project Management and Implementation

  • Review and provide inputs to all work products, and ensure that all client deliverables are presented logically and accurately
  • Set reasonable timelines/expectations and align such with client
  • Develop financial models (three statement forecast, liquidity forecasting) and client presentations independently and accurately
  • Develop bespoke solutions with creative approaches during unprecedented times

Teamwork

  • Promote a team environment where diverse ideas and opinions are encouraged
  • Share knowledge and experience, provide coaching to teammates

Financial Acumen

  • Ability to build various financial models and provide insightful analyses
  • Ability to understand the impacts to profit and balance sheet stemming from impacts to key operating levers

ACCREDITATION /EXPERIENCE:

  • Graduate of accredited 4-year college / university with educational concentration in relevant areas (accounting, finance, economics) preferred but not required
  • 3-7 years of experience related to: Accounting / Finance, Financial Due Diligence, Restructuring, Investment Banking or Private Equity
  • Experience in building integrated financial models and have strong Excel/PowerPoint skills

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The salary range is $100,000 - $160,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

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