Vice President, Finance & Operations at Cedar Solutions Group

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, Accounting, Employee Management, Contract Administration, Business Development, Financial Audits, GAAP Compliance, Excel, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Communication, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving

Industry

Strategic Management Services

Description

Cedar Solutions Group is a holding company that acquires and operates B2B government-services companies across North America. Cedar is driven by a people-first mission to invest in talent and technology to deliver effective government solutions. Cedar is a uniquely long-term oriented holding company that seeks to hold and grow businesses indefinitely. Job Description: As VP Finance & Operations, you will own all accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting processes while contributing to the growth and operational maturity of a high-growth, private equity-backed business. You will drive timely financial operations, implement scalable systems, and support audits and compliance. In addition, you will also be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of the organization including but not limited to employee management/administration, new business and growth initiatives, and contract administration. This business provides operational support to the United States Intelligence Community. As VP Finance & Operations, you will serve as a crucial operator and thought partner within the business both as a leader for its employees, as well as a representative of Cedar Solutions Group. We are looking for someone who is excited to own the numbers, excel in an entrepreneurial environment supported by proven playbooks, and who has a can-do attitude to truly operate and manage a growing business. This role will report to the SVP of Cedar Solutions Group and be based in the D.C. or Northern Virginia area. Role Expectations: Own the finance and accounting function, including financial reporting and month-end close, payroll and time-keeping management, budgeting and forecasting, invoicing and payables, and process improvement. This is inclusive of both oversight and execution of these functions. Own the business operations of the company, including contracts administration, benefits administration, and employee management (culture building, retention activities). Serve as company representative alongside the business’ President/Founder to the Board of Directors – deliver management insights, analyses, and strategic plans. Support in business development activities to augment the company’s new contract capture function. Demonstrate strong financial acumen, including financial statement preparation and audit leadership. Apply advanced Excel and modeling command, creating error-proof templates, controls, and model checks. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve 15%+ YoY revenue and EBITDA growth. Build and maintain strong relationships across stakeholders, founders, and the Cedar ecosystem. Willing to live in or relocate to the Northern Virginia or greater DC area. Desired Attributes: Financial leader who enjoys problem solving and excels in ambiguous environments Ultra-accountability and ownership mindset – someone that “wants the ball” and deliver successful outcomes Strong EQ and a growth mindset Willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved in all aspects of running a business from vision setting to tactical execution Energized by a high-growth environment and opportunity for increased responsibility Comfortable with ambiguity Ability to communicate complex information at varying levels of detail Spirit of continuous improvement to implement new processes Qualifications: 6 years of experience in accounting, with a strong understanding of financial statement preparation, multi-entity consolidation, and GAAP compliance Experience in public accounting high preferred Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field Proven ability to identify and address data anomalies, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial reports Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to finance leaders Experience leading or supporting financial audits and meeting tax requirements Enthusiasm to continue to scale an organization Energized by a high-growth environment and opportunity for increased responsibility Comfortable with ambiguity Ability to communicate complex information at varying levels of detail Spirit of continuous improvement to implement new processes

Responsibilities

As VP Finance & Operations, you will own all accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting processes while contributing to the growth and operational maturity of a high-growth, private equity-backed business. You will also oversee day-to-day business operations including employee management and contract administration.