Chief Financial Officer

Department: Corporate/Administrative

Location: Toledo, OH

Description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for the financial health and strategic planning of The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. and will report to and partner with the President to develop and implement financial strategies that support and drive the growth of the business and build a business with an enduring strategy to deliver solid returns. They will provide leadership and direction in all financial aspects of the organization, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. The successful candidate will exemplify entrepreneurial spirit and demonstrate exceptional leadership in financial controls and strategic thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain executive responsibility for financial operations, including working capital, capital expenditures taxes, budget, and general accounting.
• Develop and direct financial plans to the strategic business plan, company growth, and market opportunities and direction.
• Drives the thinking around important financial decision making around revenue and EBITDA growth.
• Establish and maintain stable cash flow management policies and procedures. Work with Trilon finance leadership to create efficient cash management strategies. Set up and/or oversee all financial and operational controls and KPIs within the organization.
• Analyze current and future business operations and plans to determine financial effectiveness.
• Prepare financial reports to ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC, and taxing entity requirements.
• Partner with Trilon finance and M&A to coordinate, leverage systems and processes to create the best outcomes for the company and integration with the broader Trilon.
• Lead, mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with Trilon Group leadership and the financial leadership of other partner firms in the Trilon family to set a collaborative and holistic approach to Trilon’s financial needs, including financial reporting, audit and other compliance requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

With a minimum of 10+ years of experience, preferably within professional services, you will bring deep expertise in financial management and strategic planning to lead our finance department and provide valuable insights to our executive leadership team.

• 10+ years of progressive experience within senior-level finance roles in a medium or large-size company (relevant AEC or professional services industry experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or MBA (Master of Business Administration)
• Strong knowledge of all aspects of US GAAP; experience in public accounting preferred
• Experience managing an audit
• Capability for budget development and forecasting
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and people skills
• Ability to strategize and solve problems
• M&A financial integration exposure
• Understanding of fixed-price/lump-sum, T&M contracts, and other common AEC contract types is preferred
• Tools: Knowledge of Deltek Vision and excel proficiency preferred

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.