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Position : Director of Finance Strategy

Location : Denver, CO

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a Director of Finance Strategy to join our team! Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance Strategy is a senior member of the ATLAS Finance team and will be plays a critical role in supporting and optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the CFO and the finance department. This strategic role involves overseeing key projects, coordinating cross-functional activities, managing executive communications, and ensuring alignment with the company’s financial goals and strategies. The Chief of Staff acts as a trusted advisor to the CFO, serving as a liaison between the CFO and other stakeholders both internally and externally.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Strategic Support:

• Provide strategic support to the CFO in the development and implementation of financial plans, initiatives, and policies.

• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and other documents for board meetings and other high-level engagements

• Conduct research and analysis to provide insights for decision-making on financial and operational matters

• Project Management:

• Lead and manage key projects on behalf of the CFO, ensuring timely and effective execution

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive initiatives aligned with the company’s financial goals

• Track progress of ongoing projects and report on milestones, risks, and opportunities

• Operational Efficiency:

• Identify and implement process improvements within the finance department to increase efficiency and effectiveness

• Oversee the daily operations of the CFO's office, including managing schedules, priorities, and communications

• Ensure alignment of departmental activities with the company’s broader financial strategy

• Communication & Liaison:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the CFO

• Facilitate communication between the CFO and senior management, ensuring information flow is efficient and effective

• Draft and review communications, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the CFO

• Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the CFO in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities

• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations for improving financial performance

• Collaborate with the finance team to monitor financial KPIs and ensure alignment with strategic objectives

• Executive Support

• Manage the CFO’s calendar, prioritizing meetings, and engagements

• Prepare briefing materials and agendas for meetings, ensuring the CFO is well-prepared for all discussions and decisions

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, a related field, or relevant work experience.

• 7+ years experience in finance, consulting, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership or strategic

support role

• Proven experience in project management, financial analysis, and executive support.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.

• Excellent project management skills with a track record of leading cross-functional initiatives.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior executives

and external stakeholders.

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in financial software and tools, with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and adaptable approach.

• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders across the organization.

• Strong leadership presence, with the ability to represent the CFO and the finance department effectively.

Technical Requirements:

• ERP experience, Deltek Vantagepoint preferred

• Advanced MS Office skills including Excel and PowerPoint

• SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx experience to analyze large datasets

• One Stream experience a plus

Compensation:

$174,000 - $175,000 annually

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values:

We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate, and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf