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ZAPATA Group, Inc (ZAPATA)

Director of Finance

ZAPATA Group, Inc (ZAPATA), Whitehall, New York, United States

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Location:

Charlotte, NC

ZAPATA is a full-service architecture and engineering company with operations throughout the Continental United States and Pacific in support of Department of War, Federal government, and private sector clients. The Company is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to work out of the Charlotte, NC office.

Position Summary The Director of Finance provides strategic and operational leadership for the company’s financial, accounting, and selected HR-related financial functions. This role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and financial aspects of employee benefits including 401(k) and insurance programs.

Responsibilities and Duties Serve as a strategic financial advisor to executive leadership Collaborate with other departments to support Company initiatives Manage business insurances for Company Manages all treasury functions for Company Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Oversee accounting operations and ensure GAAP, FAR, CAS, and DCAA compliance Direct project accounting and financial performance analysis Review preparation of incurred cost submissions and indirect rates Oversee audits and regulatory inquiries Oversee tax planning and compliance Manage financial aspects of 401(k) and employee benefit programs Partner with HR on benefits budgeting, renewals, and payroll coordination Lead and develop the finance and accounting team Drive process improvements and internal controls

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration CPA strongly preferred Comprehensive and working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Revenue Code (IRC), organizational auditing, fixed asset accounting, and tax filing requirements Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), Department of War (DoW) compliance experience and reporting preferred 20+ years of senior financial leadership experience Government contracting and Federal compliance expertise Experience with employee benefits financial administration Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to build relationships both within the Company as well as third parties Ability to analyze issues and suggest solutions, and see obstacles through to resolution Work independently with limited oversight, and must be detail-oriented and organized Must demonstrate a high level of integrity

Benefits ZAPATA offers a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability and life insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and 401(k) participation.

All employment offers are contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check and drug screen. ZAPATA participates in E-Verify.

EEO AA Disabled/Veterans

ZAPATA desires priority referrals.

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