Senior
Executive
Leading sensors Technology Company, which provides
high-resolution sonar systems, marine navigation systems
and intrusion detection system in the New England seeks
an Executive who will be charged with directing the
development and execution of an ongoing strategy for
the business. The current strategy is centered on realizing
operational efficiencies and growth through the internal
development of growth-oriented markets.
Principal Responsibilities:
-Providing executive leadership for significant financial
growth
-Developing and executing short- and long-term business
plans and strategies designed to assure the growth of
the Company's revenue and profit.
-Leading cultural transition to create a high-performing,
market-focused organization.
-Leading the Company's senior management team by providing
advice and counsel on major issues facing the organization,
working collectively with support managers, and understanding
all aspects of the Company's business.
-Establishing and maintaining close customer relationships,
participating in the marketing and sales process, and
actively promoting the Company's capabilities and strengths.
-Optimizing the level of utilization of all of the Company's
assets and resources - human, physical and financial
- necessary to obtain the planned return on invested
capital, operating earnings, and cash flow.
-Continuously evaluating and improving the structure
of the organization to meet the goals of the Corporation.
-Designing and implementing specific operating, marketing
and financial policies, programs, and procedures and
internal control systems to direct and coordinate the
general policies and procedures established by the Corporation
-Monitoring and anticipating key technology and competitive
trends and issues that may impact customers, their markets,
and their decision-making abilities. Pursuing innovative
technologies for serving customers
-Representing effectively the organization to the outside
world, employees, shareholders, customers, suppliers,
community and other business partners
-Driving operating efficiency as a culture through lean
manufacturing and Six Sigma.
-Establishing appropriate business controls to engender
an appropriate "results focus" in decision-making.
Leading the business through the challenges of growth
and position the business to capitalize on as yet undiscovered
opportunities.
Experience:
The successful candidate will be afforded a very visible
executive role and an outstanding opportunity to join
a highly respected industry leader that continues to
grow and expand its business base.
The preferred experience, background, education and
personal attributes of the successful candidate are
highlighted below:
-Knowledge of the marketplace for the company's products
and services (including knowledge of or experience with
both direct sales to OEM/Integrators and channel sales
through dealer/distributors)
-Hands-on pragmatic approach to business, asset management,
cash flow and profitability.
-Ability to identify problems, prioritize what needs
to be done, and stay focused on the priority items to
meet the division's financial goals.
-Strong conceptual and business analytical skills.
-Experience as a senior officer.
-A background in corporate management and a leading
role in developing internal and external working relationships.
-A minimum of 15 years of work experience on a progressive
career growth path, with much of that time in a senior
operational management role.
-Significant experience in rapid growth technology markets,
both domestic and international. Experienced in driving
a company forward in a fast growth environment, providing
insight for direction and managing change effectively.
-Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related scientific
field.
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Executive
Assistant
Job Description:
- Standard secretarial skills such as; photocopying,
faxing, typing (minimum 50 WPM), telephone, filing,
travel arrangements, mailing services, office equipment,
etc.
- Computer skills such as; Word, Excel etc.
- Ability to communicate effectively with people at
all levels at Corporate Headquarters and at divisions,
"meet and greet" visitors, ability to write
effectively, etc.
- Able to work effectively, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of good secretarial/assistant experience
- College degree
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Manager,
Information Technology
Summary of Position:
Primary responsibility is the coordination, and review
of the division efforts related to business and technical
information/computer systems, telecommunications and
office automation for all of the. Act as a conduit for
sharing of associated technologies, capabilities and
experiences between entities of the corporation for
potential cost reductions through implementation of
best practices and operational efficiencies.
Provides operational oversight and assistance for divisions
to meet corporate objectives, policies and requirements
Duties:
- Participates in planning and monitoring activities
related to the implementation of new or enhanced information/computer
systems within other divisions.
(1) Divisional selection of hardware/software
(2) System/functional requirements
(S) cost/benefit analysis and associated payback
(4) Alternative courses of action
(5) Projects Schedule
(6) Monitors on-going implementation efforts; participates
in project reviews
(7) Performs post-launch audits of major systems efforts/acquisitions.
- Manages, and participates in information/computer
systems and telecommunications activities related to
assimilation into company of acquired companies; emphasis
placed on transition and compliance with internal Policies,
Standards and use of CPA's
- Performs annual reviews of divisional budgets and
follow-up tracking of actuals to plans; periodically
reports performance to corporate executive management.
Identify and investigate uncharacteristic costs and
determine if reductions are possible.
- Reviews divisional Expenditure Requests for acquisition
and/or development of
(1) information/computer systems (hardware/software)
and services and (2)
telecommunications systems/services; emphasis is on
both technological and
business aspects of such requests.
- Interfaces with corporate executive management on
all issues related to information/computer systems,
telecommunications and office automation.
- Ensures the establishment of an effective and reliable
office systems environment.
Position requirements
Education: 4 year degree in Information Technology or
related curriculum.
Experience: 10 years experience in Information Systems
with a minimum 3 years of management experience. Experience
in the Defense Industry a plus.
Specialized Skills: Must have experience in IT operations,
Project management of medium to large software system
implementations
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Staff
Accountant
A Defense Industry Company in New York City is seeking
a Staff Accountant for the following job functions:
-Prepare journal entries using excel
-Account Analysis
-Analyze medical insurance (claims and accruals)
-Must be self conscience of due dates and have all entries
completed on time.
-Must be neat, organized and accurate
-Prioritize workload in a hectic environment.
-Ability to anticipate what needs to be done and to
proactively take action.
-Desire to take on additional responsibilities and special
projects
-Assist in the new and ongoing projects as required.
Requirements
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Solomon Accounting software a plus
- Multi-task orientated with the ability to work independently
as well as part of a team
- Must possess strong decision making and problem solving
skills
- Excellent organization and planning skills, follow
through and attention to detail a must
- Work well under pressure; adhere to deadlines
- Flexible team player; must have great interpersonal
skills and ability to deal with all levels of personnel,
whether inside or outside the office
- Flexible with overtime. Heavy overtime in January.
Minimum other times.
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Director
of Finance
A defense industry supplier located in California that
designs critical test instrumentation and tracking systems,
and is a leader in Global Positioning Systems (GPS),
and services for military and industrial applications
is seeking Director of Finance.
The Director of Finance will be responsible for Financial
Planning and Analysis for this division the company.
The position will lead program financial analysis, revenue
and income forecasting and variance analysis for the
division. Will be a key member of the financial leadership
team and serves as the financial focal point for the
Program Management, Engineering, and Operations departments.
Responsibilities include leading the development of
annual plan, corporate reporting, process improvement,
driving increased program performance, and personnel
development.
Qualifications:
The viable candidate will have a minimum of ten years
related experience with excellent analytical and problem
solving skills. Experience in change management and
process implementation, corporate financial reporting
methods and practices. GAAP reporting rules and procedural
knowledge is required, preferably with specific government
accounting experience. EVMS and Financial Systems knowledge
and implementation is required. A bachelor's degree
preferably in Finance or Accounting is required. An
MBA or CPA is a plus. Will relocate.
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VP
Engineering
Leading Defense Contractor located in California seeks
a; Vice President Engineering. This position reports
to the President of the company. The Vice President
of Engineering, individually and through subordinate
personnel, provides strategic technical leadership in
planning, establishing and directing all aspects of
the Company's engineering policies, objectives, and
initiatives. Researches new technologies that align
the development function with the goals of the organization,
and maintains Company's competitive position and profitability
by formulating research and development programs. Responsible
for supplying and maintaining adequate resources for
all engineering functions in the pursuit of the company's
strategic goals and operational plans. Develops ideas
for new products or product enhancements. Oversees the
creation and improvement of products the engineering
department. Provides engineering expertise to other
departments where needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
1. Assists the President in preparing short and long-range
business plans.
2. Establishes strategic department programs, budgets
and objectives to insure that goals are achieved and
cost objectives are met.
3. Formulates and recommends operating policies and
objectives, or changes in existing policies and objectives.
4. Insures compliance with and implementation of Corporate
and division policies and objectives.
5. Manages department budgets.
6. Facilitates continuous improvement in department's
processes.
7. Assures technical quality within timely schedule,
performance and cost constraints.
8. Ensures availability of competent personnel for achievement
of all planned activities, insuring personnel are properly
trained and fully informed.
9. Coordinates efforts of subordinate personnel to maintain
through recruitment, training and mentoring, a motivated
engineering staff focused on technical excellence in
a team environment.
10. Establishes the basic plan of organization and implements
approved changes.
11. Maintains close personal relationship with officers
of important customers, prospective customers and vendors.
12. Promotes satisfactory relations with industry and
trade groups, press, and public.
13. Obtains and evaluates general and specific business
conditions, and keeps the President advised on such
matters.
14. May assume the duties of the President in the event
of that Executive's absence or disability.
15. Performs other functions as required by Management.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages subordinate personnel who supervise employees
in the Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering,
Digital Engineering, Project Engineering, Reliability
& Maintainability Engineering, Power Engineering,
Technical Support, Configuration Management, and Engineering
Services departments. Is responsible for the overall
direction, coordination, and evaluation of these departments.
Also directly supervises non-supervisory administrative
employees. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring,
and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing
work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining
employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
1. Bachelor's Degree (Master Degree preferred) in Electrical
Engineering or equivalent.
2. Minimum 15 years experience in related fields of
Engineering with good working knowledge of:
" Control Theory and Power Electronics
" Mil-Spec Design Requirements
" Military Contracts
" Program Management
" Budgeting and Cost Control
" Professional Staff Supervision
First 90 Days - V.P. Engineering
1) Proceed to know on a personal basis, the team members
of the Engineering group as it stands today:
One-on-one meetings/discussions (topics: Overall perception
of the engineering organization, positives and negatives,
what can be improved and what needs to be eliminated/changed
and why...) and learning about the activities that the
various team members are working on will be the first
step towards achieving this goal. Also, input from the
senior management team will be another critical parameter
in establishing this initial evaluation.
2) Engage the Business Development/Marketing, Program
Management, Operations and Quality Organizations to
identify their immediate, mid-term and long-term needs
with regard to Engineering support and learning about
their perception of the Engineering Organization as
it stands today and their vision for the future.
3) Establish the leadership pool and the core expertise
of each Engineer.
4) Establish a matrix-based structure that supports
the vision and needs of the Company:
- Successful execution of existing programs to the satisfaction
of the customer and beyond.
- Strong support for the various business development
activities that include both the military and industrial
markets.
- Innovative and cost effective integration of the most
cutting edge technologies in the company's products
and system solutions, to ensure a continuous advantage
over the competition.
- Technology Road-map that outlines a plan for the development
and integration of new cutting edge technologies/products.
5) Establish the tools and processes (Design reviews/Toll
gates, CM & Documentation, Software Development
and Documentation, Integrated Design tools and Analysis
methods, New Technology Development to include IR&D,
Proposal Writing and Business Development support process,….)
that enable an effective, consistent and quality oriented
execution of Engineering tasks while fully integrating
with other teams and organizations at the company. Additionally,
an equally important purpose of such processes is to
avoid "clean sheet" designs whenever possible
to minimize time and development costs.
6) Implement pilot project(s) as soon as the above
activities are complete to establish the processes above
and stimulate the Organization for further improvements.
7) Determine, Review and implement Engineering staff
reorganization to facilitate the needed changes to deploy
our assets to address:
" Research & development in response to marketplace
and customer needs.
" Continuation or sustaining engineering responsible,
identified people to complete design reviews, design
for manufacturability and manufacturing support.
" Configuration Management & Control. We need
a chairperson for Change Control Board.
" Develop an entry level Engineering Support Team
to mentor and grow for the future.
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Manager
of Financial Reporting
A highly self motivated individual who
is disciplined, detail-oriented, has strong analytical
skills and works well under pressure in a fast paced
dealine-orieted environment. Bachelors of Science in
Accounting and a mix of 6-7 years experience in a big
four CPA firm and private company required (Would appreciate
straight public if individual is hands-on). CPA required.
Reporting directly to the Director of Financial Reporting
with significant interaction with both the Corporate
Controller and Assistant Controller and Division financial
management.
Responsibilities:
Prepare and review all securities and Exchange Commissions
(SEC) filings, including filings on Forms 10Q, 10K,
8K and other public presentations such as earnings press
releases and proxy statements.
Manage two to three senior accountants.
Prepare and review quarterly consolidating general
ledger accounts.
Prepare and review quarterly detailed analysis of the
income statement, balance sheet and cash flow utilizing
the Hyperion database and excel. Interaction with divisional
financial management as necessary.
Ensure corporate financial reporting internal control
activities are performed and documented.
Prepare and review all defined contribution and defined
benefit plan audited financial statements filed with
the SEC and DOL and review of related Form 5500.
Coordinate Pricewaterhouse Coopers audit procedures.
Ad hoc special projects as required
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Government
Liaison & Compliance
Government Liaison and Compliance between company and
DCAA/DCMA. This position involves the review, evaluation,
resolution and approval of government audits regarding
proposed corporate policies, procedures and expenses
having corporate-wide impact on Government contracts.
Must be familiar with and provide guidance to company
units on compliance with Government regulation such
as FAR, DFARS, CAM and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
Skills:
Current experience in defense industry, either working
for a defense contractor on Government contracts or
working in a senior contract/audit position for the
government.
Strong Analytical and technical abilities.
Skillful communicator, both oral written.
Working knowledge of Government Regulations and Guidance
(FAR, DFARS, CAM, CAS)
Detail orientated, able to manage multiple activities
Travel is required.
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting
MBA and/or CPS is helpful
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Senior
Accountant, Financial Reporting
A highly-motivated individual who is disciplined, detail-orientated
and has strong analytical skills and works well under
pressure in a fast paced deadline-oriented environment.
Bachelors of Science in Accounting and 3-4 years of
experience in a big four CPA firm required. CPA required.
Reporting directly to the Manager of Financial Reporting,
and interacting with division Finance Departments.
Responsibilities include:
Assistance in the preparation of all Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC) filings including filings
on forms 10Q, 10K, 8K and 11K and other public presentations
such as press releases and stock analysis.
Quarterly:
Supporting role in detailed analysis of income statement,
balance sheet and cash flow accounts.
Analyzing the consolidation company ledger and maintaining
supporting documentation for entries recorded.
Comply with Corporate Finance Department's internal;
controls over financial reporting in accordance with
Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Preparation of joint venture financial statements.
Accounting for cost method and equity method investments.
Reconciliation of inter-company balances.
As Required:
Preparation of all benefit plan financial statements
filed with the SEC and DOL and review of related form
5500.
Monitoring of foreign statutory reporting requirements.
Ad hoc projects such as review and interpretation of
SEC and Financial Accounting Standards Board accounting
standards and other finance projects.
Preparation of private placement offerings and public
filings for debt and equity financings.
DEFENSE BACKGROUND REQUIRED
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