Chief Financial Officer; CFO

General Purpose

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategic business initiatives of the company. This role develops, monitors, and evaluates overall corporate strategy with the Chairman & CEO and the senior management team, with an emphasis on bottom-line performance, working capital, enhancing shareholder value, robust financial planning and analysis, risk management, and compliance with financial regulations, to support the Quanta Standard's growth and innovation in the national defense and private sectors.

Due to the nature of the functions and information managed, a TS/SCI clearance is required.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will provide fundamental insights to help make better decisions about formulating and executing strategy, and will play a key role in fundraising, investor relations, and strategic financial planning.
Additionally, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role is crucial to achieving our mission of empowering organizations to tackle global challenges with integrity, clarity, and data-driven precision. This role is pivotal in driving organizational success by providing financial insights that enhance decision-making and strategic execution.

• Maintain TS/SCI clearance, which is essential for performing the core duties and responsibilities of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role, as well as for interacting with external stakeholders. It ensures access to sensitive information and the ability to contribute effectively to national security initiatives.
• Provide leadership and management guidance aligned to Quanta Standard's strategy, driving the company to achieve and surpass its sales, profitability, cash flow, and business goals and objectives.
• Provide the required analysis and insights to raise additional capital at appropriate valuations to enable Quanta Standard to meet sales, growth, and market share objectives.
• Define the corporate financial strategy and manage financial capital. This involves effectively communicating the capital requirements and implications of business decisions to the Chairman & CEO and Board of Directors. Additionally, it is crucial to conduct meaningful proactive analysis to enhance key business decisions, particularly focusing on the management of working capital and the utilization of financial vehicles.
• Lead all activities related to financial performance assessment and controls, including the budget process and financial reporting.
• Present to the Chairman & CEO and execute strategies to grow equity value by increasing gross profit and reducing debt. This involves ensuring efficient capital expenditures, optimizing taxes, and managing cash flows in a leveraged environment. Implementing proper financial reporting is also crucial to determine daily and weekly gross profit estimates.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive financial risk management policy. Anticipate and correct potential problems in advance to mitigate risks effectively.
• Establish internal control processes necessary to manage and grow the business. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Promote effective communication with stakeholders, including investors, employees, and external partners. Manage relationships with venture capitalists, banks, the Board of Directors, suppliers, and other financial actors.
• Leverage technology and innovation to improve financial and operational processes.
• Lead and motivate subordinates to advance employee engagement and develop a high-performing managerial team. Foster a culture of accountability, aligned with the overarching goals and ethical standards of the company.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by promoting the company’s core values and ensuring that all employees exhibit behaviors that align with these values.
• Use a principled approach to decision-making, ensuring that all actions taken are ethical, data-driven, and in the best interest of the company and its stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. Advanced degree…