Monday, October 25, 2010

Finance & Accounting Staffing Description




Finance & Accounting Staffing is a leading resource for professionals looking for jobs in finance. Here we have provided a list of the top finance job titles in the industry

Assistant Treasurer Job Description

Directs the staff in cash management activities, including forecasting and investing. Primary contact for banking relationship issues. Analyzes the investment portfolio and market to determine the most beneficial cash position for the company. Interacts with banks and other institutions

Business Analyst Job Description



Evaluates the impact, return, and costs presented by work process improvement opportunities. Participates in business planning, needs analysis and business risk assessment; leads process redesign; and consults with the customer on how to best support their area through the effective use of technology.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Job Description



Typically designated Vice President-Finance, the CFO advises the president of the organization with respect to financial reporting, planning, practices, financial stability and liquidity and financial growth. Directs and supervises the work of the controller, treasurer and sometimes the internal auditing manager. Other duties may include maintenance of relationships with stockholders, financial institutions and the investment community. Oversees financial and accounting system controls and standards and ensures timely financial and statistical reports for management and/or Board use. Frequently, the CFO is a member of the Board of Directors and/or the Executive Committee and, as such, contributes to overall organizational planning, policy development and implementation.

Finance Director Job Description



Directs and develops monthly management reporting package and analysis, communicates financial results to senior management of the Company and for Board of Directors meetings. Directs the monthly, quarterly and annual budgeting and variation reporting to identify areas requiring attention and areas of possible improvement. Directs the development and maintenance of key operating metrics. Directs the preparation of major portions of annual plan, sales forecast and manufacturing build plan.

Finance Manager Job Description



Responsibilities include maintaining and closing the consolidated books on a monthly basis and delivering consolidated financial statements that are in compliance with GAAP. Proposes and implements improvements in accounting and reporting systems along with internal controls to facilitate accurate and timely reporting. Assists with ongoing compliance efforts.

Financial Analyst Job Description

Works at the direction of a senior analyst or manager in performing various financial or budget analyses in the areas of profit planning, capital expenditures, investments, cash flow budgeting and acquisitions.

Treasurer Job Description

Directs the functions dealing largely with the receipt, disbursement and protection of cash, the preservation of company assets and the investment of surplus funds or pension and trust funds. Determines the optimal cash position for the organization and sets short-term investment policies. Governs overall credit policy, negotiates loans, arranges insurance coverage and maintains banking relationships.

VP, Finance Job Description

Responsible for preparing and presenting monthly and annual financial statements to the Board of Directors or Senior Management. Duties include strategic planning, preparing budget forecasts, financial modeling, analyzing and reviewing contracts. Establishes and implements financial control policy and procedures to ensure validity of the company’s financial statements and reporting. This position will also oversee cash management, debt and purchasing.