Chief Financial Officer in Boerne, Texas at United Clearing Services

This position is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, and driving sustainable growth through strategic financial planning tailored to the unique demands of the vegetation management industry. The CFO will collaborate closely with other executive leaders to align financial goals with operational strategies, particularly in managing project-based revenues, field operation costs, and seasonality. A key focus will be on developing and implementing profit models that enhance project profitability, optimize resource allocation, and address the specific financial challenges of vegetation management, such as equipment utilization, labor management, and material costs. Ultimately, the CFO will be instrumental in guiding the company towards achieving its long-term financial objectives and maintaining its competitive edge in the vegetation management market.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance and accounting team, ensuring effective performance and development of staff, including those involved in project costing and revenue recognition, primarily through virtual collaboration tools and remote management strategies.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes, providing guidance and support to relevant teams, with a focus on project-based budgeting and field operation cost tracking, leveraging robust financial systems and digital communication.
• Collaborate with other department leaders, including operations and project managers, to align financial strategies with operational goals, ensuring financial compliance and efficiency across field operations and project execution, facilitated through regular virtual meetings and shared data platforms.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior finance professionals, particularly in areas relevant to vegetation management finance, such as equipment depreciation, fuel cost management, and project profitability analysis, utilizing virtual mentorship and training tools.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and implement training or improvement plans as necessary to meet company objectives, especially in relation to project financial performance and resource utilization, through remote monitoring and performance management systems.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives, considering the seasonality and project-based nature of vegetation management.
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial reports, including project profitability reports, equipment utilization reports, and cost variance analyses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations, using cloud-based financial software and reporting tools.
• Manage the organization's financial risks, including those related to project delays, weather impacts, and equipment maintenance, and implement effective risk management strategies, monitoring remotely through data dashboards and risk assessment tools.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing insights to support decision-making, with a focus on project cost estimation, resource allocation, and revenue forecasting based on contract terms and project schedules.
• Collaborate with other executives to drive strategic initiatives, such as fleet management optimization, labor cost control, and project bidding strategies, to improve organizational performance.

Education and Experience

• Significant experience in the vegetation management, environmental services, or a related land management sector, with a strong understanding of industry-specific financial challenges and opportunities.
• Familiarity with industry-specific financial metrics, regulations, and operational challenges in vegetation and land management, including project costing, equipment depreciation, and labor management.
• Extensive experience managing financial operations for companies with large-scale, project-based or field operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, particularly in relation to project profitability and resource allocation.
• Experience with financial software related to project management and job costing.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to work effectively from a remote location with reliable internet access.
• Ability to travel occasionally (e.g., 4-6 times per year) to corporate headquarters, field sites, or to attend key meetings with operations, project managers, or clients, to ensure alignment between financial strategies and field operations, and to foster team cohesion.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds for general office materials.

Required Skills/Abilities

• The required skills of executive presence and leadership will be essential for effectively communicating financial strategies to stakeholders, including project managers and field supervisors, and inspiring confidence in the financial direction of the organization.
• Strategic planning and execution skills will be utilized to develop long-term financial plans that align with the company's vision and objectives, particularly in relation to project portfolio management and resource allocation.
• Analytical problem-solving abilities will be critical in identifying financial challenges specific to vegetation management, such as cost overruns, equipment downtime, and labor productivity issues, and developing innovative solutions to enhance profitability.
• Skills in measuring organizational performance will be applied to assess the effectiveness of financial strategies, particularly in relation to project profitability, equipment utilization, and labor efficiency, and make data-driven decisions.
• Additionally, knowledge of financial governance and audit regulations, as well as industry-specific regulations related to environmental compliance and safety, will ensure compliance and promote transparency in all financial operations.
• Exceptional proficiency with virtual collaboration platforms (e.g., video conferencing, project management software, cloud-based financial systems, shared drives).
• Proven ability to lead and manage a distributed team effectively.