Chief Financial Officer - Chattanooga, United States - Aslan Holdings
Description
About Aslan:
Aslan is a real estate holdings company headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with a footprint in the southeastern United States.
Aslan boasts one of the largest privately owned commercial real estate portfolios in southeastern Tennessee, and has a successful track record in commercial development, brokerage, property management, and capital deployment.
At Aslan, we believe that sustainability is a fundamental pillar to our success, and we are committed to creating a lasting legacy in the communities we serve while providing exceptional services to our clients and tenants, and delivering strong, reliable returns to our partners.
With divisions that can manage every aspect of real estate development and investment management, we are supported by our operating companies, including SVN | Second Story Real Estate Management, FTC Development, Aslan Funds, and the Tomorrow Building brand.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled financial leader.
This leader will oversee and grow the various financial services that serve as the backbone of our organization's mission and purpose.
As a key member of the senior leadership team, the CFO will report to the CEO and assume a strategic role in the overall management of the company.
The CFO will have primary day-to-day responsibilities for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities of the company.This will include direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, job costing, legal, property management, deal analysis, entity compliance, and institutional financing.
Direct reports will include:
bookkeeping team, asset manager and analyst; outsourced accounting vendors.
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge of GAAP, including accounting for deferred taxes, business acquisitions, lease accounting, cash flow statements, and consolidations are essential.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
The ability to function effectively and calmly under pressure; proactive/self-starter while recognizing when discussion and approval by CEO or Board is required.
The ability to address shifting priorities; flexible and adaptable while advocating recommendations and providing alternatives; willing and capable of engaging in thoughtful, spirited debate.
Ability to think analytically, focus on the big picture, and drill into the detail while understanding the impact to the business.
Ability to manage, develop and mentor accounting team.
Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments.
Impeccable analytical and organizational skills.
Self-motivated and self-directed.
Ability to work closely with the senior management team.
Ability to handle several projects simultaneously.
Outstanding technical accounting knowledge.
A willingness and ability to wear multiple hats.
Proficient in developing and implementing strategies to achieve performance goals and objectives.
Assure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
Duties:
Strategy, Planning and Management:
Act as Chief Financial Officer and key strategic business partner to the senior leadership team.
Assess and evaluate financial performance of the organization regarding long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts.
Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plans of the organization.
Identify, acquire and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information.
Evaluate departments (specifically property bookkeeping and asset management) and make suggestions for automating processes and increasing working efficiency. Oversee the implementation of process improvements.
Is a key member of the senior Leadership team by communicating, engaging, and interacting with the CEO and senior leadership team.
Select and engage consultants and auditors (based on need).
Manage, develop, mentor, interview, and hire accounting staff for an effective and efficient team.
Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operations.
Implement policies, procedures and processes as deemed appropriate.
Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting:
Prepare and present monthly financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss, forecast vs. budget.
Review and analyze monthly financial results and provide recommendations.
Develop and maintain monthly, and yearly operating budgets.
Accounting, General Ledger, Administration and Operations:
Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases and software.
Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, compliance and financial procedures.
Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data.
Oversee the preparation and communication of monthly and annual financial statements.
Oversee the preparation and timely filing of all local, state and federal tax returns.
Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies.
Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems.
Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits or inquiries.
Preparation of year end tax workpapers for the entities and owner.
Review and approve 401(k) changes with the CEO.
Review employee benefit plan recommendations.
Financial Management and Relations:
Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.
Oversee cash, investments and asset management area.
Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returns and risks.
Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners.
Utilize models and activity-based analyses to provide financial insight into the organization's plans and operating budgets.
Ensure credibility of the finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends and forecasts.
Represent the company to banks, financial partners, and institutions.
Legal:
Work with Human Resources to ensure appropriate legal compliance.
Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal and local laws regarding company operations.
Client and subcontractor contract reviews and approval.
Reviewing vendor applications.
Cash Management:
Oversee daily cash management, approve specific payables, sign checks, initiate wires.
Supervise Accounts Receivable management and provide guidance relating to the collection process.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of real estate fund operations, real estate development operations, property management operations and interactions with shareholders.
Knowledge and understanding of pass-through entity and individual tax.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence – ability to motivate staff.
Strong ability to build trust through all levels of the organization.
Excellent analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Significant experience working with external auditors and compliance-related issues.
Possess the highest level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
Is results oriented.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in accounting or Finance required
CPA recommended
Recommended 6 + years background in Public Accounting or 6 + years' experience higher level accounting position
Compensation Details:
Salary position, competitive pay
Full health benefits including health, dental, vision and HSA plan
401k plan opportunity eligible after 1 year of employment
15 days paid time off (PTO)
11 major holidays (PTO)
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$150, $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Family leave
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Work setting:
In-person
Office
Work Location:
In person
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