Chief Financial Officer
Job Description
- Support the CFO in leading business support functions, developing strategies, and executing efficient financial and procurement services in compliance with contract requirements.
- Oversee internal controls over financial and procurement information, process improvements, and workforce development.
- Align field financial teams with the Office of the CFO to ensure oversight, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Drive consistent application of financial and procurement policies, while cultivating a customer-focused and diverse workforce.
- Monitor changes to laws, regulations, and DOE orders, implementing updates as appropriate.
- Lead assigned projects or programs; represent the Finance Section and/or Laboratory on committees and external groups.
- Manage Finance Section deliverables, safety, and quality programs.
- Advise Laboratory management on policies and actions to meet goals and regulatory requirements.
- Provide leadership, including hiring, performance reviews, training, and workforce planning.
- Assume CFO responsibilities in his/her absence.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years of management experience in business and/or financial operations.
- Direct experience applying and managing FAR, DFAR, and DEAR regulations in a federal contracting environment.
- Knowledge of federal contracting rules, budgeting, funding mechanisms, and DOE regulations.
- Strong leadership, organizational, planning, and management skills.
- Expertise in systems integration, financial analysis, and forecasting.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills for complex issues.
- Results-driven with attention to detail.
- Ability to contribute effectively within a diverse workforce and uphold commitments to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Meet Your Recruiter
Sabrina Herrera
Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.
Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.
Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.