CleanJoule, INC Director of Finance Salt Lake City, UT · Full time

The Director of Finance builds and manages the accounting and finance department. He or she will establish accounting principles, practices, and procedures. The Director maintains all accounting records and develops, analyzes, and interprets accounting information to determine financial results against business plans and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. The Director of Finance will serve as a strategic advisor and partner to the CEO and company leadership. As an integral member of the Executive Team, you will support business unit leaders in developing financial plans and managing investor relationships.

Description

Job Description:  


The Director of Finance builds and manages the accounting and finance department. He or she

will establish accounting principles, practices, and procedures. The Director maintains all

accounting records and develops, analyzes, and interprets accounting information to determine

financial results against business plans and compliance with generally accepted accounting

principles.


The Director of Finance will serve as a strategic advisor and partner to the CEO and company

leadership. As an integral member of the Executive Team, you will support business unit

leaders in developing financial plans and managing investor relationships.


Responsibilities:


• Formulates, recommends, and administers accounting and cost accounting related policies to ensure that proper financial controls are in place.

• Monitors practices to ensure compliance with agreed business plans, operating expenses and costs, budgets, and generally accepted accounting principles.

• Prepares financial statements and models for internal and Board purposes and provides relevant financial information to designated members in the organization on a timely basis.

• Develops systems and procedures for the accounting department and provides financial controls including regular audits.

• Develops and maintains positive relationships with all levels of internal and external clients.

• Participates in federal and state tax planning and review. Reviews specific transactions for tax implications. Responsible for all corporate tazes. Supervises the preparation of tax information required by the company and outside Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firms.

• Responsible for the implementation of a new general ledger to ensure it meets Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) government accounting requirements.

• Ownership of all government billing and accounting for government contracts.

• Acts as the primary liaison with all external auditors.

• Develop finance and accounting rigor in preparation for first year audit.

• Other duties as assigned.



Desired Skills and Experiences:


• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance required.

• CPA with 10+ years in accounting and finance management.

• Experience with government contract accounting is desired.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required. 

• Experience with public company accounting is highly preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, accounting, risk management, and tax.

• Hands-on manager with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic environment.

• Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model.

• An effective communicator at all levels in the organization, with strong oral and written skills.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically advanced skills in Excel).

• A collaborative and flexible style with experience operating in a startup environment and managing investor relationships.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and patterns.

• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and tact at all times. 


We are looking for team members that possess these qualities: energetic, positive, strong interpersonal communicator, detail-oriented, ethics-minded, problem solver, adaptable, team-oriented, safety-minded, and self-motivated. If this describes you, join our team today and contribute to the success of our organization’s future. 


Physical Demands: 


Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small to medium parcels, packages, and other items, to walk short distances, and drive on occasions to pick up materials/items. This position is described as sedentary exerting up to 5 to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This is a position with repetitive motion requirements. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer monitor, and extensive reading. Must have safe work habits and perform all duties in accordance with company safety policies and practices. This position may occasionally require the use of eye protection.


All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities.


General: 


This position is in Salt Lake City, Utah with work performed on-site. CleanJoule is an At-Will, VEVRAA, Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, E-Verify, and Drug Free Workplace offering excellent career opportunities, as well as competitive compensation and benefits package (health, dental, vision, employee life and disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, 401k matching, PTO, paid annual company shutdown, and bonus potential). Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background verification.  


EEO Statement: CleanJoule is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. We are excited to work with talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. All employment decisions at CleanJoule are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. 


This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team as we work to address environmental challenges for a more sustainable future.  


FLSA Classification: Exempt


Please include the position title and reference number when applying.


Submit resumes to: CleanJoule, Inc. (Ref. # DF/MK10312024)

675 Arapeen Drive, Suite 100, Salt Lake City, Utah 84108

E-mail: [email protected]

Visit our website at: cleanjoule.com