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EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Finance Officer (CFO) - Computer Electronic Components

LOCATION: US - California (Orange County)

COMPANY: Major Computer Electronic Components Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Hands-on, fast-paced Financial Controller

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a computer products client serving the retail market, a good hands-on, charasmatic controller to serve as Chief Finance Officer (CFO). The main focus here will be a CFO who could take charge of all credit, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and logistics. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 10 years relevant work experience and have retail consumer products experience, ideally with experiences with Target, Costco, BestBuy, etc. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) should possess good interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently. The person must be very fast paced and comfortable working in a small southern California office (under 100 staff here).

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Electronic Chemicals

LOCATION: USA or Asia

COMPANY: Early Stage US Electronic Materials Startup

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with strong fundraising contacts at Asian Consumer Electronics (especially displays and solar panels) or Venture Capital firms. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) should be fluent in English; Korean, Japanese or Mandarin Chinese skills a strong plus. CPA or CA desirable.

Recruiter seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a US based startup firm developing chemicals for the electronic displays and photovoltaics industries. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)'s chief role is to raise money and to ensure that it is used wisely.

•   Assess necessary funding levels to support strategic objectives

•   Identify appropriate funding methods and specific funds/groups to target

•   Utilize, cultivate, and strengthen relationships with appropriate private equity and venture capital contacts

•   Work closely with marketing to increase awareness of firm as a strong investment opportunity

•   Lead the development of appropriate materials to “craft the story”

•   Lead preliminary meetings with appropriate potential investors

•   Communicate consistently with management team and board on progress

•   Building detailed financials models for valuation purposes

•   Provide valuation, negotiation, transaction structuring, and due diligence support

•   Anticipate internal and external financial factors to help guide forecasts and budgets

•   Participate with management team to identify ways to achieve financial targets and “hit the numbers”

•   Provide insights regarding pricing, product mix, and market focus.

•   Interact with current investors to ensure everyone understands what we can and cannot achieve financially

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Finance Officer (CFO) - Manufacturing

LOCATION: US - Southeast (North Carolina)

COMPANY: Well established manufacturing firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Problem-solving, well organized Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a well established manufacturing firm, a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), who would report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Main duties and details:

---Develop company's annual budget and related analyses                     

---Work with Chief Operating Officer (COO) to define Finance organization                         

---Work with Chief Operating Officer (COO) to communicate company's goals for upcoming year           

---Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for internal distribution                

---Thorough assessment of company's (cost) accounting processes                 

---Move standard costs to Oracle operating system

---Conduct month-end closing review with Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Finance staff              

---Ensure that proper controls exist around the movement of inventory

---Define any holes in company's (cost) accounting practices and develop

---Analyze variances to budget and prior year and identify trends corrective action

---Evaluate all financial statement reserves                            

---Assist Chief Operating Officer (COO) with monthly business forecasts and communication with investors  

---Annual financial statement audit                             

---Implement company's corrective action plan with regards to internal controls

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Service Sector

LOCATION: US- Northeast (New England)

COMPANY: Major Service Sector Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Strong money-manager CFO for multi-business unit group

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading service sector firm with business units across the US, a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), who reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the financial and accounting operations for the organization. The CFO will develop business strategies that support the overall mission, goals and objectives of the company, while providing overall financial leadership and direction.

•   Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field. MBA required, CPA preferred.

•   15+ years financial experience; 8+ years as CFO preferably in real estate

•   Outstanding financial acumen and organizational skills.

•   Knowledge and experience with best practice financial practices, processes and tools.

•   Knowledge and experience with capital markets and complex financing arrangements.

•   Team player with a high energy level and excellent communication skills.

•   A critical thinker with innovative solutions to complex business issues.

o   Works with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), and Chief Sales Officer (CSO) to provide strategic direction for the business. Assures that appropriate financial systems, processes, controls, and personnel are in place to successfully maximize business opportunities and manage risk.

o   Optimizes profitability through revenue maximization and cost and operational efficiencies.

o   Set financial goals in support of business operations and strategic direction.

o   Oversees the financial and accounting departments of business; taking the lead on high-level, strategic business initiatives.

o   Acts as the Company financial spokesperson. Communicates business strategy and operating results to internal and external audiences. Delivers strategy and financial presentations to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Board of Advisors, third party investors and partners.

o   Identifies appropriate financing alternatives and works within capital markets to negotiate complex financing arrangements. Interfaces with institutional lenders, investment banks and rating agencies regarding the company’s financing and equity needs.

o   Selects appropriate investment strategy and investment vehicles for company retained earnings; Assures execution of investment strategy for corporate investment accounts.  

o   Works with Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to develop tax planning and shareholder wealth building strategies.  

o    Responsible for insuring financial reporting and compliance is in accordance with generally accepted financial, accounting and regulatory standards.

o   Mentors and develops the financial and accounting teams; provides training, education and opportunity for career development.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Manufacturing

LOCATION: US Northeast (Maryland - metro Washington DC)

COMPANY: Medium sized Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Diplomatic, poised, well-paced, strategic,creative Chief Finance Officer (CFO). Potential to be COO.

Recruiter, on behalf of a medium sized manufacturing firm, a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO potentially could move to a Chief Operating Officer (COO) role. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) must exhibit superlative communication skills, in order to communicate effectively with investors, team members, and customers. An MBA and CPA is preferred.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Oil & Gas

LOCATION: Canada (Alberta)

COMPANY: Canadian Energy Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Post-IPO CFO who is fast paced and familiar with North American standards

Recruiter, on behalf of a Canadian energy development firm, seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO should have strong O&G experience, must know Canadian GAP, and have public traded company experience in Canada or the US. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) should understand Canadian securities laws and have a strong corporate governance background. Management experience a must, accounting levels, CA/ CPA etc.  Strong background in OA&C, and a background in accounting computer systems.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Oil & Gas

LOCATION: US Southwest (Texas - Houston, Dallas or Austin)

COMPANY: O&G Exploration Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with srong Contacts in the Energy Investment sector

Recruiter, on behalf of a firm in the energy sector, seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Strong finance-oriented experience in such areas as financial analysis, budgeting/modeling, profit management, compliance, mergers & acquisitions, strategic planning, analysis and integration. Chief Finance Officer (CFO) who is skillful with interpreting and understanding financial statements and trends, competitive and market trends, operating efficiency enhancement, revenue forecasting, controls, broad-based business leadership. Executive presence, excellent presentation skills and outstanding communications ability. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) must possess a high level of integrity, ethics, and judgment.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Telecommunications

LOCATION: US Northeast (Maryland)

COMPANY: Privately held telecommunications services firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Diligent Chief Financial Officer (CFO), results-driven

Recruiter seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a well established telecommunications firm. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the CFO should focus on increasing market share, expanding business opportunities, improving productivity, and maximizing profitability.

•   Set daily goals to achieve short and long term results.

•   Recognize and act on areas for improvement.

•   Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction with all clients or customers, both internal and external.

•   Evaluate the cost/benefit effectiveness of all business opportunities as they pertain to the larger vision and mission, based on company strategies.

•   Foster relationships with others by ensuring communication occur in a timely manner keeping others fully informed.

•   Assists others in the achievement of goals focusing on the achievement of team outcomes over individual accomplishments.

•   Work in cooperation and consult with other leaders to ensure strategies are sound and support the organizational vision and mission.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP/ Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Electronic Equipment

LOCATION: US Midwest (Minnesota)

COMPANY: Major Technology Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who will help propel firm to next level. Familiarity with both US GAAP and IRFS

Recruiter, on behalf of a technology leading corporation, seeks a VP Finance/ CFO who will oversee all financial functions, including financial plans and policies, accounting practices and procedures, and the organization’s financial relationship with the parent company.  Directs the controller, accounting, treasury, tax, IT, facilities and human resource functions for the operating company. Broad experience and demonstrated competence in financial management to include: Business planning, control & improvement, Corporate tax, Financing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Financial reporting & analysis, etc.

Los Angeles area equipment manufacturing firm (sales approx $10 million), seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to head the company's finance department. A controller and an A/R-A/P person report to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO). This person must be an extremely hands-on, detail-oriented CFO. C.P.A preferred. Reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). 

Well established firm in the $500 million range seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for their metro-NY headquarters. Candidates in New Jersey or New York are preferred.

A newly acquired electronics company seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Controller who has the capability of running finance for a projected high growth that might take the company to $50-100 million. This Chief Finance Officer (CFO) must be self directed and highly entrepreneurial. Experience in cash management and strong operational accounting skills are required. Experience in public company accounting, CPA and Sarbanes Oxley are nice to have, but not mandatory. Experience with a high tech electronics company useful but not required. Reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Service Sector

LOCATION: US Northeast (Maryland - metro Washington DC)

COMPANY: Service Sector Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) coming from the ranks as Controller. Strong interpersonal skills, strong leadership. Self disciplined, intelligent, confident, with good sense of humor, high sociability, strong personal drive and ability to energize others.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf a metro-Washington, DC service sector consulting firm, a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with 10-15 years' experience. CPA a plus. Experience at firms sized from 80 to 300+ persons preferred. CFO would have direct responsibility for interface with Senior Management, preparing and presenting reports to Management on corporate fiscal status and growth projections/forecasting; and preparation of forecasts and project management reports for use by branch office managers, technical team leaders and technical supervisor personnel.  Also experience in supervisory responsibility for staff of five to ten professionals. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) should have the ability to recognize, analyze and discuss problems to reach optimum solutions.  Willing to work to improve performance of both individual and team. Excellent oral and written communication skills, Team-player, prepared to go the extra mile for the team - again and again

25-year old privately held Southern California electronics components firm employing 200+ and serving the manufacturing, aerospace, defense, commercial and industrial industries, seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Company prefers a seasoned accounting and finance professional with strong manufacturing industry experiences. The firm prefers a solid hands-on Chief Finance Officer (CFO) with experience with cost accounting, government regulations and contracts, FAR, strategic planning and measurements. Previous expertise with preparation for IPO might be of interest as well.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Oil & Gas

LOCATION: Canada (Ontario)

COMPANY: Canadian O&G Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: CFO with a CPA or CA background

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a Canadian energy firm, a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), who reports to the CEO. The CFO has comprehensive responsibility for all financial reporting, audit, compliance and governance issues and s/he is the primary contact with the regulators and specifically the Toronto Stock Exchange. As an executive of the Corporation, the CFO is responsible for managing the financial activities in a manner that results in growth, profitability and that enhance shareholder value. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is responsible for: ensuring the overall excellence of the finance function of the Corporation by ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and the integrity of related systems and procedures; supporting the CFO’s responsibilities and duties as the senior financial person of the Corporation; providing assistance and expertise to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors; contributing to the organization's strategic direction and growth; and handling Mergers and Acquisitions. The CFO will also be responsible for managing all accounting functions for the Corporation including: managing financial accounting and reporting; budgeting and cash flow management; managing risk and developing processes, structures and systems; presenting at investment meetings; other accounting, finance and special project responsibilities as required; communicating financial issues with non-financial professionals; preparing monthly, quarterly and year-end consolidated financial statements and the MD&A; reviewing statements and transactions to ensure compliance; and conducting internal reviews to ensure compliance and transparency. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO), will also be reviewing contracts and preparing relevant tax returns, handling financial performance analysis, dealing with control and authorization of expenditures as directed by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and reporting and analysis of costs. Other responsibilities include:

§   Reporting and analysis of working capital employed in and the cash flow of the Corporation.

§   Preparation of financial database and reports with analysis and comparisons against budgets and related objectives on a consolidated monthly and quarterly basis.

§   Working closely with the CEO and other executives and employees as related to development and implementation of business plans, objectives and reporting against these plans.

§   Fostering good working relationships with the corporation’s banks, auditors, Board of Directors and shareholders.

§   Assisting as required in the financial aspects of acquisitions, strategic partnerships, joint ventures and other alliances;

§   Performing all other related finance functions as may be required by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors;

§   Ensuring compliance with Corporate Policies and all regulatory, statutory and legal requirements applicable to the CFO’s duties and responsibilities;

§   Ensuring that the financial statements, together with other financial information fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows for the Corporation.

This critical Chief Finance Officer (CFO) position requires a minimum of ten years experience,  balanced with "Big 5" accounting environments and small, fast-paced, high-growth, technology companies.  The CFO's background should include both accounting and finance. Acquisition and merger experience is a definite plus.  A CPA is required, and a related undergraduate degree and MBA are desirable. 

LOCATION: US Northeast (Boston, Massachusetts)

A software development startup company that leverages WAP, Jini and Bluetooth technologies to create applications for the wireless and broadband world, is looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who can help them in their target markets of Asia and Europe. Firm only want to see the best people - not merely ones who are ready to advance but those who have "been there."   The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) should have startup experience and ideally experience preparing firms for an IPO. Firm currently has approximately $3 million in financing, so persons with good connections in the high tech investment market would be of interest.

Enterprise Application Service Provider (ASP), serving large base of Fortune 1000 clients, seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Depending on the candidate and structure of the compensation package, firm may choose to hire their CFO prior to or subsequent to their current round of financing. It is very important that the Chief Finance Officer (CFO)candidate have Nasdaq IPO experience as well as experience in successfully raising private equity. It is also very important that this invididual live in the greater Denver area.

Early stage pharmaceutical firm seeks an experienced finance executive to serve as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This CFO will have had experience as a senior financial officer for a publicly traded corporation (preferably biotechnology or pharmaceutical) and familiar with SEC regulatory requirements, GAP accounting rules, money management, investor relations, and public financings. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) must have experience dealing with Wall Street analysts, shareholders, and prospective investors. Will be required to participate in the IPO process, supervise the accounting components of the IPO, and execute the policies approved by the Audit and Compensation Committees of the Board.

--To direct and oversee all the financial activities of the corporation including preparation of current financial reports as well as summaries and forecasts for future business growth and economic outlook.

--To manage the Accounting department. To participate in the overall management of the corporation at the Senior Management level.

--The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) directs the timely and accurate preparation of all financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, reports to shareholders, and tax returns. Ensures the appropriate financial controls, checks and balances, and levels of review occur.

Highly successful Korean internet startup firm is seeking several key executives to kick off a new US electronic commerce subsidiary serving simultaneously the B2B and B2C markets by offering a fully automatic bidding for goods with multiple buys and multiple sellers. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be the first such executive hire.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - E-Commerce

LOCATION: US Midwest (Ohio)

COMPANY: E-Commerce company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: E-commerce Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with Business development ability (esp. VC and M&A). Targeting candidates in or relocatable to Cincinnati or Dayton areas. This is a position which requires a high energy, business-oriented, “hands on” team player. The successful CFO will possess a strong work ethic, be trustworthy, have a sense of urgency and will be motivated by accomplishment and success.  The candidate must be able an excellent communicator with superb written and oral skills and be able to appropriately contend and be decisive in a fast moving entrepreneurial atmosphere.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of an internet software company, a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO will report directly to the COO and be part of a leadership team with the goal to greatly expand the firm's business beyond its current markets.  The firm seeks an individual who has integrity, is highly ethical, financially responsible, and is a broad based business thinker. The successful Chief Finance Officer (CFO) should have an extensive background in financial and strategic leadership and preferably, a background in the dotcom arena. Reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Americas VP Finance

LOCATION: US (to be discussed)

COMPANY: Government of Australia

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Very project oriented, diplomatic, self-confident, VP Finance comfortable with multicultural international business. Ideally CPA, CA or similar designation, including audit experience in a medium to large public accounting firm. Strong managerial capacity. Understands compliance, can manage complexity, matrix mgmt arrangement. Knowledge of import/export helpful.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of the Australian government, a VP Finance whose scope includes the entirety of the Americas. Transactional processing. Travel 25-30% of time. Manage budget of US$20 million. Forecasting, monthly reports, monitoring 32 locations in North and South America. Has 3 reports.

LOCATION: US Northeast (Boston, Massachusetts)

A privately-held, international company with sales of over $100 million operating through three divisions, seeks a VP Finance, who will be expected to be a future prime candidate for CFO. Incumbent will assist the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and over time take over the CFO’s day-to-day relations with lenders, investment bankers, investors, potential investors and the Board and the merger and acquisition and Treasury functions in order to provide for a smooth succession plan when the current Chief Finance Officer (CFO) withdraws from the business or limits his involvement.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Finance - High-Tech Manufacturing

LOCATION: US - California (Southern)

COMPANY: Aerospace Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Hands-on, fast-paced VP Finance.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a fast growing aerospace firm, a VP Finance, who, reporting to the company President, would have primary responsibility for directing the financial functions and allocating the financial resources to achieve or exceed business and strategic plan objectives. The VP Finance is accountable for developing and implementing financial plans and policies, accounting practices and procedures. The VP Finance will direct other financial and administrative organizations. The VP Finance participates with other key senior executives in setting objectives and developing and implementing current and long-range business plans and strategies. Bachelor’s or masters degree (preferred) in a finance/accounting related field.  Minimum 15+ years experience in a corporate finance setting. CPA.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President Finance and Operations - Service Sector

LOCATION: California (San Francisco)

COMPANY: Fast-growing marketing services company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Hands-on, fast-paced Vice President Finance and Operations

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a fast growing marketing services client that expects to grow significantly this year, a finance manager to serve as VP Finance and Operations. The main focus here will be a person who could take charge of all accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial planning and analysis, and b'kkeeping. The ideal VP Finance will possess a minimum of 10 years relevant work experience in a small to medium sized services business. The candidate should possess good interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently. Person might have come from a larger company who seeks a smaller, high growth company. Business is driven month-to-month, as opposed to quarter-by-quarter. Business is heavily transaction oriented. Experience at a marketing services or advertising firm could be useful.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Corporate Controller - Medical Devices

COMPANY: Major Medical Devices Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A worldwide Controller who could allow Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to concentrate on other duties. International experience and international manufacturing experience helpful. Treasury, SEC/ Oxley Sarbanes experience a plus. Must be a good manager.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a well established medical device firm, a Corporate Controller. Reports to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO). BA in Finance or related field. MBA preferred. CPA required. Minimum of 10 years business experience, including public accounting and experience in publicly-traded company with revenues over $50M.  Recent SEC reporting and compliance experience essential. Familiarity with SOX and 404. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Successful experience supervising professional and support staff.  Must be able to work effectively in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. Strong technical background required, with ability and willingness to work at both strategic and tactical levels. Must be able to work collaboratively in cross-functional results-oriented environment. Experience working with multiple subsidiaries, including international. Experience working collaboratively with manufacturing operations, sales and/or customer service functions. Experience with mergers and acquistions, including due diligence, preferred.

LOCATION: US Northeast (Boston, Massachusetts)

On behalf of a successful and expanding privately held software company, recruiter is seeking candidates for a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)/ Corporate Controller. A focus of this Controller will be to move the company toward an IPO. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO), this position will be responsible for all accounting and financial reporting of the Company and its worldwide subsidiaries in conformance with U.S. GAAP. This will include preparing the company for transition from a private company to a public company, and if the company goes public, ensuring the Company complies with all SEC (and other regulatory) reporting requirements.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Finance Manager for Latin America- Service Sector

LOCATION: US Midwest (Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota)

COMPANY: Leading Services Corporation

A $9+ Billion-dollar global services provider, is currently seeking a senior-level finance manager to assist in the business planning, development and financial direction of their Latin American business. The firm is one of the world's largest companies in their field, with more than 74,000 employees in over 1,600 different locations spread among 120 countries. The Finance Manager is responsible for assisting in business planning, development, and financial direction of the Latin American operations ($140M+ USD, 4,000+ associates, currently supporting more than 70 customers in Mexico and South America). This position will report to the Senior Director of Commercial Finance for Latin America. The Finance Manager will provide in-depth analytical support to operations and various levels of site and Senior Management.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Finance & Administration Manager - Import/Export

LOCATION: TBD

COMPANY: Australian Government

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast paced, project-manager type Financial Controller

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a division of the Australian Government, a Finance Manager. The Manager, Finance and Administration, Americas Region, would have oversight for North and South America.  Responsibilities would include all region financial functions, performance reporting, planning and administration and the provision of expert business advice.The successful candidate would have strong skills and experience in business planning, financial performance monitoring, and financial reporting. Good analytical and interpretive skills and a demonstrated working knowledge of contemporary financial and reporting policies, practices, procedures and systems are required. It is necessary to have excellent oral and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills, including the ability to establish rapport with a wide range of people, adjusting approaches to suit different cultures and situations. This Americas Finance Manager requires a Bachelor degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration or related area and a CPA, CA or similar designation, ideally including audit experience in a medium to large public accounting firm. A minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior financial management position, capacity to travel 25% of the time, and experience with computer-based accounting packages will be expected.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Controller - Electronic Components

LOCATION: US Northeast (Boston, Massachusetts)

COMPANY: Small division of a Multi-billion dollar electronics firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast paced, unbureaucratic Financial Controller

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a division of a multi-billion dollar electronics firm, a Financial Controller. The Controller reports directly to the Vice President Finance and Administration and is responsible for financial reporting at the group and corporate level as well as cash management and control of certain expenditures within the division and subsidiaries. Govt accounting experience including working knowledge of FARs and CAS. DoD experience at a small division is a plus.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Controller - Analytical Instrumentation

LOCATION: California (Bay Area)

COMPANY: Major Scientific Instrumentation Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Financial Controller who could improve the finance dept.'s processes

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading mid-sized instrumentation client serving the OEM market, a well rounded financial controller, who would be making strategic and tactical decisions as they relate to the accurate processing of transactions, proper accounting treatment, financial reporting, and compliance matters. Firm needs a person to identify and implement process improvements. Supervises 7. Candidates will have a BA or BS degree in accounting or business. A C.P.A or M.B.A is preferred. Five years experience as a Controller for a high tech manufacturing company is required as is a strong background in cost accounting. Knowledge and application of GAAP and financial reporting are essential. Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (JD Edwards), Hyperion, and financial reporting experience preferred. Candidates now residing in Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Marin, or Sonoma would be of greatest interest.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Controller - Electronic Equipment Manufacturer

LOCATION: US Midwest (Ohio)

COMPANY: Medium sized, privately held industrial electronics firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Hands on Financial Controller

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a medium sized, privately held, industrial electronics firm, a Financial Controller. The Controller reports directly to President. Develops and implements financial policies and procedures that will enhance the corporate image and insure a growth-oriented, smooth-running organization. Maintains the financial health of the organization through forecasting, monitoring and controlling key financial ratios, coordinating the budget process, coordinating product and service pricing and maintaining accounting and banking relationships. Assures adequate cash flow.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Operation Controller - Industrial/ Heavy Equipment

LOCATION: US Southwest - Texas (Houston)

COMPANY: Multi-billion dollar industrial corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: 10 years finance/ accounting experience with minimum 5 years in a supervisory/ management position. Operations Controller with demonstrated expertise in product costing and cost analysis. MBA preferred

Recruiter, on behalf of a multi-billion dollar US industrial corporation, seeking an Operations Controller, who will have responsibility for leading a group of 9 professional staff and have responsibility for all finance and accounting functions for a $300M Supply Chain Business. The Operations Controller will partner with senior management on matters related to strategic planning, supply chain and logistics management and the development of product strategy. Direct staff professionals in performing accounting, financial planning and analysis and product costing and cost analysis activities.  The Operations Controller will work closely with supply management, engineering and the contract logistics center in providing information and reports on operations cost reductions programs.