Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce · 1 month ago
Business Manager and Chief Financial Officer
Huntsville-Decatur Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expDecatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Business Manager and Chief Financial Officer to oversee and manage activities in finance and information systems. This role involves ensuring project goals are met within budget and quality standards, while providing guidance as a member of the executive team.
Business DevelopmentCommunitiesNon ProfitSocial Impact
Responsibilities
Manages and provides direction to the Finance Manager and Information Systems Manager
Manages all safety policies, practices and methods to ensure a safe work environment for all employees
Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies and coordinates projects with other governmental entities
Oversees the placement of property/liability insurance, claims handling and other risk management functions
Implements adequate controls to ensure security of financial assets
Assists with cash management, rate design and implementation and other analytical tasks
Approves and develops policies, organization structures, staffing requirements, budget projections, systems requirements and long range goals for designated work groups
Studies and recommends process improvements that will enhance performance in a cost effective manner
Reviews and approves hiring and termination decisions, training requests, performance discussions and pay increases for work groups
Takes corrective action with employees as necessary on a timely basis
Consults with Director – Customer and Employee Relations on employee issues
Confers regularly with direct reports to review major work plans, duties, responsibilities and scope of authority to ensure projects progress on schedule and within prescribed budget
Keeps up-to-date on information and technology to increase innovation and ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory agencies
Oversees and coordinates projects related to the utility operations with engineering firms, contractors, chamber members, governmental agencies and industry professional groups
Communicates and makes presentations to the Municipal Utilities Board, City Council and other community and business entities in a professional manner
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in business, management, finance, accounting or related field from an accredited college or university
More than ten years' experience in business and finance
Ability to read, analyze and interpret common utility industry journals, financial reports, legal documents, technical manuals and governmental regulations
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, customers, regulatory agencies and members of the business/industry community
Ability to write various correspondence, policies and documents
Ability to present information to managers, public groups, employees and Municipal Utilities Board (MUB) and establish and maintain effective work relationships
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel & Access) as required to perform at a manager level
Must have strong computer skills and demonstrate a high level of competence in Finance/Accounting/CIS software applications
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as financial and operational cost justifications
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical business situations
Ability to use very high level of judgment to define problems, collect data, establish facts and provide highly innovative solutions to major problems or complex situations
CPA, CGMA or CMA; valid Alabama Driver's License, Customer Service Skills, Supervisory/Leadership Skills and applicable safety training as scheduled
Must be highly motivated with strong communication and leadership skills and ability to handle sensitive business matters
Good organizational and time management skills; detail oriented; ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Available to work scheduled and unscheduled times to accommodate work demands and emergency situations
Maintain professional business appearance and image; subject to random drug testing and driver's license checks
Preferred
Utility industry experience and management level supervision preferred
Company
Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce
Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce provides public policy, networking, workforce, education, and business development services.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Crystal Brown
President and CEO
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