A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

The Chief Financial Officer is primarily responsible for direction and oversight of all financial activities in the Americas region. This includes taking the lead in providing strategic financial planning, reporting, and managing the treasury, accounting, and financial risk management activities for DEKRA America’s region-wide finances.

The CFO is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and provides insight to executive leadership on the financial budgets, forecasts, plans and general economic outlook to inform strategic thinking on business growth and plays a key part in the development of future strategy for the business. This position also plays a critical role in all activities regarding mergers and acquisitions. 

Furthermore, the CFO provides leadership and direction to all financial staff to ensure the production of reliable financial information (routine reports and special analyses) to support the operational management of the business. This position is responsible for supporting the company's operational planning to achieve profitable operations and for providing protective internal audit and operating controls. This position will be responsible for building and overseeing the Accounting and Finance shared services model for the America’s region in a manner that drives best-in-class efficiency through the implementation of standardized processes and business systems. The CFO also ensures that a positive work environment is present and facilitates open communication and sharing of information and ideas within the Finance and Accounting team and with regional and global business partners. 

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with senior and executive leadership in strategic analysis of market environment, trends, opportunities and development and evaluation of business strategy.
• Oversee the preparation of all financial reporting, including income statements, balance sheets, reports to shareholders, tax returns and any required statutory reporting.
• Accountable for the accuracy and timely preparation of all company accounting information.
• Review and analyze cash flows, cost controls and expenses to provide guidance to business leaders. 
• Consult with functional and operational leaders to analyze performance and identify areas for opportunity, improvement, change or re-organization. 
• Lead a robust Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function within the Americas region to support detailed assessment and sound decision making related to all investments, projects, initiatives, and other transformations. This includes detailed modelling, KPI formation/tracking, forecasting and problem solving. 
• Oversee DEKRA America’s relationship with our Public Accounting Firm(s) for auditing and other regulatory filings.
• Manage accounting and finance functions, both directly and indirectly. 
• Develop and maintain financial controls, procedures, and internal audits as required.
• Develop reporting methodologies to ensure the financial health of the company is monitored and communicated in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Identify and implement methods for improving quality of reporting and planning processes as appropriate.
• Play central role in the development and implementation of new business systems to support future growth and general operational performance improvement.
• Play a critical role in the due diligence and post-merger integration for all M&A activities, as well as all business divestment initiatives.
• Establish and provide goals for the Accounting and Treasury functions. 
• Establish and maintain solid relationships with financial institutions to assure funding needs are addressed. Work with banks and/or investment bankers to raise additional capital as required for expansion.
• Select, develop, and deploy managers and financial professionals to provide the skills needed now and in the future. 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs. 

What You’ll Bring:

• Education: bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; master’s degree preferred 
• Experience: 15 years of related experience 
• Certifications/Licenses: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Knowledge and understanding of GAAP and IFRS principles 
• Outstanding interpersonal communications skills both written and verbal. An ability to convey complex issues in a manner that both senior leaders and junior staff understand 
• Experience working in a high growth, privately held, global professional services organization. 
• Experience managing multiple Profit and Loss Statements and consolidating these efficiently to provide a detailed, holistic representation of organization-wide financial performance. 
• Experience in producing and reviewing detailed financial models in support of critical business decisions. 
• Analytical nature, excellent skills in accounting, supervision, and management.
• Experienced in managing change in a complex and high growth business
• Multi-task orientation; works well under pressure; prioritizes and produces within deadlines.
• Proven ability to develop and motivate personnel across all functional areas 
• Knowledge of database and accounting computer application systems to supply the most accurate financial information.
• Experience working within a matrix organization in a collaborative manner 
• Experience completing multiple successful Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) 
• Required Attributes: Entrepreneurial mindset; Decisiveness; Customer orientation; Team orientation; Commitment to Safety; Integrity; Servant leadership; Tenacity; Commitment to excellence; Curiosity; history of longevity in prior roles

Physical Considerations:

• Ability to work in a general office environment
• Ability to handle extended periods of computer-based work, including telephone
• Ability to work flexible and long hours, as needed

Travel Considerations:

• Domestic and/or international travel required, estimated up to 20%.

What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:

Compensation:

The base pay for this position is $240,000 annually to $250,000 annually. Actual pay is based on several factors including market location and position-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

Benefits:

DEKRA North America strives to provide a competitive benefits package to colleagues and promotes physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Colleagues can self-select from our benefits to create a package unique to their needs. These benefits include access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health well-being resources, and opportunities to learn and develop. Below is a list of benefits we offer our colleagues:

Health & Well-being Benefits:

• Health care benefits: medical & prescription, dental, vision (including Domestic Partners)
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity supplemental insurance
• Company Health Savings Account contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program to increase activity and health habits, with ability to earn participation rewards
• Paid Parental Leave
• Travel Assist (Domestic/International)

Financial Benefits:

• Participation in a 401(k) plan, with an employer match
• Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability benefits
• Group term life insurance with options to buy-up for self and others
• Tax-free Service Awards

Growth and Development Benefits:

• Education Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Internal training and development resources to grow your career
• Annual Career Goal Setting and Performance Review cycle participation

This list provides an overview of benefits provided for US-based colleagues; the DEKRA North America Employee Benefits Guide outlines plan details and further related eligibility requirements.

Additional Position Details:

• Reports to: President & Regional Officer
• Work Model: On-site
• Work Location: Atlanta, GA
• Supervises Others: Yes
• Status: Full-time; Regular
• FLSA Classification: Exempt
• Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: This position is eligible for Visa Sponsorship
• Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for relocation

About Us:

As a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions, we help our customers improve their safety, security, and sustainability outcomes. DEKRA is the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification (TIC) companies offering innovative professional services in the fields of vehicle inspection, expert appraisals, industrial product testing & certification, management system certifications, leadership consulting, and much more. DEKRA is a purpose-driven organization with a deep passion to make the world a safer place on the road, at work, and at home. In DEKRA, you will be part of a continuously growing organization with a near 100-year history involved in more than 50 countries on five continents.

We hope you’ll consider a career with DEKRA North America as we strive to become the Global Partner for a Safe World!

DEKRA North America is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEKRA North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email dekra.hr.na@dekra.com, or call 1 (770) 971-3788. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.