Chief Financial Operations Jobs in Rochester, NY

Description

Job Title: Corporate Technical Accounting Manager

Reports To: Director of Finance

FLSA Status & EEO Code: Exempt & Senior Level Manager

Division/Department: GHM Corporate/Finance

Level of Work: Level V

Position Summary: The Corporate Technical Accounting Manager manages and executes core financial processes including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, technical accounting research and financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders. They are responsible for identifying and evaluating complex technical accounting matters and for developing and implementing financial models and analyses that provide actionable insights into Business Unit & Corporate performance and support strategic decision-making.

The Manager partners with Business Unit leaders to monitor financial performance and identify and effectively address non-rountine, complex technical accounting matters (including, but not limited to, matters such as revenue recognition, acquisition-related accounting, operating segment / reporting unit evaluation, goodwill impairment, stock-based compensation, and SEC reporting). They manage the day-to-day operations of certain finance functions (such as technical accounting or financial reporting). They provide recommendations and support the Director of Finance in reviewing financial performance and developing the company's financial strategy. The Manager will support the Company's growth strategy by assisting with the evaluation and integration of acquisition targets.

Key Results Areas by level of work:  

Level V: Strategic Intent - Connecting inside and outside to build value in markets

Overall direction, competitive advantage, and culture

• Assist with M&A due diligence and integration.
• Assist Director of Finance in translating CFO's financial strategy into concrete, measurable goals and operating budgets for all business units, ensuring strategic alignment across the company.
• Champion a culture of financial accountability and literacy across the organization by developing and conducting training for non-finance staff on key financial metrics and their direct impact on the P&L.
• Demonstrate and enforce the highest ethical standards and financial integrity in all reporting and transactions, setting a key example for the team and upholding the company's fiduciary responsibilities.

Budget approval, business oversight & risk management

• R&D and capex review for proper ROI and financial analysis.
• Maintain and help implement Delegation of Authority matrix.
• Assist in establishment of updated overhead cost allocation methodology.

Assess, plan, and provide efficient, effective and sufficient resources to execute and continually improve the business

• Oversee, assist with financial close, technical accounting research, SEC reporting process, SOX assessment.
• Provide support in processes involving external accounting/finance advisors, such as SOX & tax compliance, as well as fair value assessments.

Create and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders

• Assist with preparation of investor relations materials/messaging.
• Act as a reliable subject matter expert during management discussions, providing quick, accurate financial data and modeling support.
• Assist with financial modeling of complex, non-routine accounting transactions, and internal communications regarding impacts of such transactions for budgeting and forecasting purposes. 
• Manage and cultivate relationships with external auditors, bankers, tax consultants, and legal counsel to ensure smooth, efficient, and cost-effective services.

Develop organization, capabilities, candidate and business pipeline

• Support initiatives to streamline core financial processes (budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, non-recurring accounting transaction evaluation) by leveraging technology and automation, freeing up staff for high-value strategic analysis.
• Establish and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for key financial controls and workflows to ensure operational consistency and compliance.
• Provide forward-looking analytical support to the management team on the financial viability and return on investment (ROI) of new products, markets, or capital projects.

Professional Development

• Stay abreast of evolving financial technology trends, including advancements in ERP systems, robotic process automation (RPA), and advanced data analytics tools relevant to the finance function.
• Actively seek opportunities for leadership training to enhance strategic thinking, executive presence, and effective communication skills.
• Maintain an active presence in relevant professional organizations and industry peer groups to share knowledge and discuss emerging financial challenges.
• Commit time to reading and analyzing financial publications and thought leadership to anticipate economic shifts and regulatory changes.

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required. 

Education and Training

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. Master's Degree is preferred.

Experience: 

• 5-10 years of controllership/financial reporting with a publicly traded company, or comparable extent of public accounting experience in publicly traded company environments
• 3-5 years in management or leadership role

Other: 

• Travel up to 15% of working time.
• Certified Public Accounting (CPA) desired

Skills:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Ability to successfully plan, self-direct, and implement objectives within established timelines and work schedules.
• Demonstrates recognition of the organization's requirements for the highest quality product with the most efficient utilization of labor and materials; consistently achieves schedule goals; displays initiative, focus, and sense of urgency.
• Project Management - develops project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes and progress, completes projects on time and budget, and manages project team activities.
• Ability to operate cross functionally within the organization and drive product improvements throughout the process.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Identifies opportunities and changes that benefit the company; meets challenges with resourcefulness, generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths and weaknesses; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Understands business implications and decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Excellent understanding of business processes, market, and customers.
• Demonstrated history of success in variable and dynamic markets and environments.
• Strong mentor/coaching capability to team members and across departments.
• Maintains a collaborative relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
• Obtains support and cooperation from others and reciprocates; proactively engages and confronts issues to achieve continual improvement.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter and within a team oriented culture.
• Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates; inspires respect and trust; mobilizes self and others to fulfill the organization's goals.
• High degree of accountability to meet commitments.
• Manages difficult or emotional personnel situations; responds promptly to personnel needs; solicits personnel feedback to improve service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications including spreadsheet, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), database, and specialized application software.
• Ability and willingness to abide by set policies and/or safety programs established by the company, clients, and/or regulatory agencies.
• Identifies and addresses potential safety issues related to equipment and office area safety.
• Ability to keep information confidential.

Physical and Mental Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is primarily required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend. Required to speak and communicate clearly with others. 
• Mental demands: While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is required to read, write, analyze data and reports, exercise judgment, develop plans, procedures and goals, present information to others and work under pressure.
• Work Environment: This job primarily operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets. 

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to work in the U.S without sponsorship. 

This job description is not all inclusive but rather serves as a general guideline of the current needs of the position and can be modified at the discretion of management to meet current business needs. Experience and education requirements are the primary basis for awarding this position, however substitutions that are essentially equivalent may be made as they relate to the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of this position