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Aston Carter Director Of Finance in Lenexa, Kansas
Aston Carter is working with a construction company in the Kansas City area that is seeking to hire a Director of Finance! If you are looking for the opportunity to join a great company that offers excellent benefits, ESOP, 50% annual bonus opportunity, great long term growth opportunities, and more, please apply!
Job Description:
As the Director of Finance, you'll spearhead strategic financial oversight and leadership within the company. Your expertise will guide senior management in optimizing financial sustainability and realizing long-term growth objectives. With a focus on decision-making authority, you'll steer the company's financial trajectory towards success.
Responsibilities:
Lead and provide expert guidance for M&A endeavors, encompassing target evaluation, purchase price valuation, due diligence, risk assessment, negotiation, and legal agreement review.
Serve as the primary liaison for target entities and manage employee communications throughout the process.
Offer comprehensive financial advice on ESOP sustainability, plan design, stock valuation, and internal education initiatives.
Political Action Committee (PAC) Oversight:
Direct PAC lobbying efforts with U.S. representatives and senators, ensuring compliance with securities regulations and fostering employee engagement.
Oversee the company's financial activities, including banking relationships, credit agreements negotiation, investment strategies, treasury management, and equipment leasing decisions.
Develop and maintain the company's bonding program, focusing on relationship management, problem-solving, internal support, and benchmarking efforts.
Facility and Purchasing:
Manage facility procurement and vendor relationships, negotiating lease terms and securing vendor rebates to optimize cost-efficiency.
Financial Analysis:
Prepare accurate financial analysis and cash flow forecasting to support company operations, annual insurance renewal, valuations, and board reporting requirements.
Skills & Qualifications:
10+ years of finance related experience
5+ years of leadership experience in a corporate setting
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required
Experience working or leading a team in mergers & acquisitions highly preferred
Experience working in a large organization ($500M+)
Construction industry experience a plus
MBA or relevant certifications a plus
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.