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Mission

The Chief Financial Officer (or CFO) is responsible for overseeing Simon’s financial operations and making decisions based on the company’s financial situation. They will guarantee the reliability and relevance of economic and financial information in compliance with legal rules, as well as with Colas USA’s internal procedures. To help support this function, they will serve as the head of the finance and accounting departments, leading a team of professionals both directly and indirectly. The CFO will further serve as a key member of the Simon executive leadership team.

Main Responsibilities

• Manages the optimization of the management, administrative, financial and accounting sector by harmonizing the organizations and the way they operate
• Develops the organization’s short- and long-term strategies and evaluates past financial performance to improve the company’s overall financial performance
• Guarantees the application of the Group's management rules and procedures in the administrative, financial and accounting fields, in collaboration with the other departments
• Establishes and maintains operating budgets and regularly reports on actual or forecasted revenues, profits, or losses
• Ensures the reliability of the accounting and financial transcription of the company
• Oversees and leads the operations of the finance and accounting department, including recruitment, training, professional development, and talent management
• Monitors and manages the organization's cash flow in compliance with Colas USA’s standards
• Prepares and presents monthly/annual financial plans and reports to the President
• Recommends improvements to ensure the integrity of the company’s financial information
• Identifies and manages business risks and insurance requirements
• Support Market strategy analysis and make financial recommendation on business optimization and expansion
• Key Business partner to various stakeholders in a matrix organization

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, including some prior management experience
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Prior experience in the construction and manufacturing industries is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all level of an organization
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results
• Knowledge of employee relationship building and performance management techniques, with the ability to teach and grow others within the organization
• Excellent attention to details
• Strong Analytical skills, including accounting and mathematical skills
• Ability to set and meet deadlines
• Experience with Local, State, and Federal Financial laws
• Ability to identify and seek needed information/research skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• CPA, CMA or CCIFP certification a plus, but not required
• Valid Drivers’ License and ability to maintain a clean driving record