Vice President of Finance and Accounting

Vice President of Finance and Accounting

Department: Corporate/Administrative

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Frankfort, KY

The Vice President of Finance & Accounting will be responsible for the financial health and strategic planning of the company and will report to and partner with the President to develop and implement financial strategies that support and drive the growth of the business. 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.

• Maintain executive responsibility for financial operations, including working capital, capital expenditures, debt levels, taxes, budget, and all aspects of general accounting.
• Develop and direct financial plans to the strategic business plan, company growth, and market opportunities and direction.
• Establish and maintain stable cash flow management policies and procedures, and ensure cash resources are available for daily operations, business, and product development.
• Set up and/or oversee all financial and operational controls and metrics within the organization.
• Analyze current and future business operations and plans to determine financial effectiveness.
• Maintain strong cash controls and reporting with Trilon Cash Management.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory institutions: payroll, 401K, local and state taxes, FARR audits, etc.
• Maintain GAAP compliance and implement best practices to be SOX compliance for financial reporting.
• Finance leader for execution of strategic transactions such as acquisitions, strategic alliances, and divestures.
• Develop and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Including establishing finance best practices that facilitate a growth model.
• 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.

With a minimum of 15 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.

• 15+ years of senior-level finance experience in a medium or large-size company. (relevant AECor professional services industry experience preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or MBA.
• Strong knowledge of all aspects of US GAAP.
• Capability for budget development and forecasting.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and people skills.
• Ability to strategize and solve problems.
• Experience with mergers & acquisitions and the integration of companies is a plus.
• Understanding of fixed-price/lump-sum, T&M contracts, and other common AEC contract types is preferred.

• Knowledge of Deltek (Vision or Vantagepoint) preferred.
• Integrated or modular ERP system experience will be considered.
• Strong excel skills needed.

• This role is not remote and requires hybrid attendance onsite at HMB’s headquarters in Frankfort, KY.

• Excellent compensation package
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to work hybrid work schedule
• Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More