Position Summary: Metal Shark is a small, fast-growing company and is need of a dynamic, intelligent, and experienced Vice President of Finance to assist in leading the Finance group. The prospective employee will serve as a financial advisor to the President, CEO and executive team for strategic planning purposes, overseeing all sides of accounting operations (payables, receivables, tax preparation) and developing appropriate tracking methods of revenue and expenses. This role will be required to keep up-to-date with new rules and regulations, and ensure compliance with debt covenants. Metal Shark fosters an entrepreneurial culture, and the candidate will be expected to be a self-starter and should expect to be very hands-on.
Typical Duties/Responsibilities of Position:
- Prepare timely and accurate analyses, summaries and reports of financial data on the operating progress of the company
- Create a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting structure that includes a minimum cash threshold to meet operational needs
- Routinely review revenue cycle metrics to identify and address issues affecting overall performance proactively
- Manage the company’s compliance with local and federal regulatory matters
- Partner with senior leaders to ensure the company hits revenue targets
Qualifications/Experience:
· Requires a bachelor’s degree, or graduate degree, in Finance or Accounting
· Candidate with a CPA is a plus
- A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is preferred
· Must be able to multitask and handle daily interruptions from employees while still making progress on strategic initiatives and daily deliverables
- Prior experience supporting a manufacturing company is a plus
- Proven work experience as a VP of Finance or similar role
- In-depth knowledge of financial benchmarking, accounting, audit and tax compliance and other regulatory matters
- Requires effective oral and written communications skills
- Possess advanced skills in Excel and intermediate skills in the other Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
About Us: Metal Shark is a leading shipbuilder specializing in the design and production of boats and ships for military, law enforcement, fire rescue, and a wide spectrum of commercial applications. At its facilities in Franklin and Jeanerette, Louisiana, Metal Shark manufactures vessels in aluminum, steel, and fiberglass, with current capabilities supporting production for vessels up to 250’ in length.
