Chief Financial Officer

has gotten to a size where we have to go much deeper in our financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, etc. We are seeking a Houston-based CFO / controller type who enjoys building structure in an entrepreneurial environment. As part of an executive management team, the CFO will have interactions with various members of a company, both senior and junior.

• Foster contagious enthusiasm.
• Dive in and swim. No excuses.
• Explore, learn and share every day.
• Care for and elevate those around you.

• Lead with transparency, integrity, and ownership.
• Craft simple, powerful solutions that work
• Be agile and flexible to achieve the goal.
• Embrace transformational technologies
• Deliver extraordinary experiences.

What follows is a generic list of responsibilities , but please understand that we are looking for a key player to ensure that we have the financial insight to achieve our strategic and tactical goals.

• Providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team
• Providing strategic recommendations to the CEO/president and members of the executive management team
• Managing the processes for financial forecasting and budgets, and overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting
• Advising on long-term business and financial planning
• Establishing and developing relations with senior management and external partners and stakeholders
• Reviewing all formal finance, HR and IT related procedures

The role of CFO is very senior, hence a high level of experience is expected for anyone applying for this role.

• A Bachelor’s degree in the following will be expected for this role:
  Accounting, Finance or Economics
• An MBA or CPA is also highly desirable
• At least 10 years' experience in the finance industry.
• Must have experience and managing a team with examples of when they have demonstrated excellence in the workplace. A CFO must display a cohesive ability at interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written. They must be able to engage with staff at all levels of the organization and exercise sound judgement.
• Experience in a technology company is a plus.