What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial Officer position at Granite Group?
The Chief Financial Officer’s purpose, in our organization, is to help advance our strategic goals by providing financial guidance and overseeing the finance and accounting functions. The position reports to the CEO and is a member of the organization's Executive Leadership Team.
Position is Hybrid but must be in Concord NH a couple days a week.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Oversees all financial activities of the organization including but not limited to financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, accounting, cash flow management, reporting, revenue cycle and cost management;
- Serve as the CEO's strategic thought partner on business performance, growth initiatives, capital allocation, operational effectiveness, and value creation, providing data-driven insights that support sound decision-making across the organization;
- Plays an active role in the organization's strategic planning, program development and evaluation through financial analysis, forecasting, and advising;
- Conducts financial analysis and planning and identifies opportunities for improving financial performance;
- Monitors policy and external landscape for developments that impact the organization financially and makes recommendations based on such developments;
- Develops organization and program budgets; monitors adherence to budgets; provides analysis and feedback to relevant stakeholders;
- Delivers monthly financial updates and analyses for the CFO and Executive Committee of publicly traded $7.5B dollar parent company (WSO);
- Oversees Finance Department functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Finance, Credit & Collections, and Pricing;
- Recruits, develops, evaluates, and manages accounting and finance staff;
- Develops, reviews, and recommends updates to the organization's financial policies and procedures and assures their implementation;
- Ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting procedures, legal and regulatory requirements (i.e, local, state, and federal government requirements including SOX requirements);
- Develops upholds effective internal controls to safeguard assets and reliability of financial statements;
- Oversees business unit tax filings, audits, and reports ensuring timely submission;
- Participates in Executive Leadership Team meetings and activities and works with departments to achieve financial goals;
Required and Preferred Qualifications and Education
- Bachelor's degree in business administration/management, accounting, or finance; Master's degree preferred.
- Five years' experience as a CFO
- Ability to analyze financial data from multiple sources
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to engage with wide range of stakeholders
- Ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Soft Skills and Cultural Fit:
- Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
- Excellent communication and executive presence
- Strong judgment and decision-making
- Collaborative and influential leader
- High emotional intelligence and integrity
- Strong people leadership and talent development
- Adaptable, resilient, and results-oriented
- Transparent and accountable
- Low-ego, collaborative leadership style
- Enterprise-minded and customer-focused
- Comfortable with constructive debate
- Data-driven with a pragmatic approach
- Strong alignment with company values and mission
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced, high-accountability executive environment
- Collaborates closely with the CEO and the Executive team
- Balances strategic planning with hands-on financial leadership
- Operates in a dynamic, growth-oriented setting
- Requires discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment
- May involve travel, board meetings, and investor interactions
Hybrid – Office/Remote