Aptean is a leading provider of industry-focused mission critical enterprise software solutions. We build and acquire solutions to support the evolving operational needs of our customers. Our solutions help nearly 5,000 organizations stay at the forefront of their industries by enabling them to operate more efficiently, thereby ensuring higher customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.aptean.com.

Aptean has an exciting opportunity for an executive who has the ability to build and implement a strategic vision and strategy for the Accounting, Treasury, Legal, Finance, Planning, Procurement and Facilities functions of our growing business. The qualified candidate will have the ability to work cross-functionally to support the evolving needs of the business, driven by both customer growth/expansion, as well as acquisitions.  We seek a candidate who is capable of simplifying & streamlining processes, as well as leading sustainability initiatives.  They must also have the ability to prioritize the most impactful activities for their team to support the business.

An organized and thoughtful communicator, this leader will work with the executive team in a partnership approach and will provide visible leadership to their team.  Our corporate strategy requires the ideal candidate to have strong M&A experience and strong management of finance/accounting integration processes.  We seek a candidate who has experience building and scaling a global shared service function.

Basic Function: The chief financial officer position is accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company, to include the development of a financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results. Principal accountabilities are:

Planning

1. Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
2. Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans
3. Develop financial and tax strategies
4. Manage the capital request and budgeting processes
5. Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction

Operations

1. Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team
2. Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team
3. Manage the accounting, finance, legal, tax, and treasury departments
4. Oversee the financial operations of multiple corporate entities and foreign operations
5. Manage any third parties to which functions have been outsourced
6. Implement efficient forecasting and projection processes and reporting
7. Implement operational best practices
8. Participate in due diligence activities and support negotiations

Financial Information

1. Oversee the issuance of financial information
2. Report financial results to the board of directors

Risk Management

1. Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile
2. Monitor all open legal issues involving the company, and legal issues affecting the industry
3. Construct and monitor reliable control systems
4. Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
5. Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
6. Report risk issues to the audit committee of the board of directors
7. Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations

Funding

1. Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts
2. Arrange for debt and equity financing
3. Oversee and direct reporting required by lenders

Third Parties

1. Maintain lender and banking relationships
2. Represent the company with investment bankers and investors
3. Provide leadership in negotiations with all vendors

Desired Qualifications: The candidate chief financial officer should have a master's degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience and 15+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation.  Should have experience in partnering with an executive team, and have a high level of written and oral communication skills. Preference will be given to candidates with an MBA in Finance and the Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designations.

Aptean, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws No applicant for employment with Aptean shall be subjected to discrimination because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, age, covered military veteran status, reprisal for engaging in anti-discrimination activities, protected genetic information, sexual orientation or parental status.

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