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Robert Half
Albertville, AL (In Person)
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Description A growing organization is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead all financial operations, compliance, and strategic planning initiatives. This role will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership and play a critical role in supporting operational growth, maintaining regulatory compliance, and strengthening financial performance. The ideal candidate will have government contracting experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of
DCAA/FAR/CAS
regulations, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, project-based environment.Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all accounting, finance, forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning functions
- Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership
- Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, DCAA, and government contracting requirements
- Oversee contract accounting across cost-plus, fixed-price, and T& M contracts
- Maintain audit readiness and coordinate government audit responses
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes
- Oversee cash flow, working capital, indirect rates, and contract funding
- Develop and strengthen internal controls and compliance frameworks
- Support pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and operational growth initiatives
- Serve as the primary liaison with auditors, banking partners, and government agencies
- Lead and develop the finance and accounting team For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham AL. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
- Strong background in government contracting environments
- Extensive knowledge of FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements
- Experience with cost-plus, fixed-price, and T& M contracts
- Proven ability to manage financial operations in a project-based business
- Strong executive communication and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA and/or MBA
- Aviation, aerospace, defense, or government services industry experience
- Experience helping scale small-to-mid-size organizations
- ERP experience within government contracting environments, including Deltek Costpoint This is a highly visible leadership opportunity with a growing organization where the CFO will play a strategic role in supporting operational execution, contract compliance, and long-term business growth.