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Specialty Careers
Woodworking CAD/CAM Programming Engineer - Everett Washington
Title: Woodworking CAD/CAM Programming Engineer
Location: Everett, WA
Job Type: Full-time – On-Site
Reports To: Engineering Manager
Ability to Relocate: Everett, WA 98201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Company
Privately held, great family owned, commercial cabinetry company. We are a high-end, custom, commercial woodworking and cabinetry company looking for a full-time Engineer to join our manufacturing engineering team in a fast-paced commercial construction environment.
Job Description
In this newly created position the qualified candidate will be working as part of our engineering team, taking newly awarded jobs through all stages of engineering and production to installation. Typical tasks will include creating buildable shop drawings from architectural drawings, communicating with project managers to request information or solve problems, and working with the purchasing department to procure job materials. In addition, candidate will be working with the programming engineers and production managers to release work orders to support the job as it moves across our production floor.
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
• Highly motivated and self-driven
• Productive in team environments
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to read architectural drawings
• CAD/CAM
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and software
• Organized and methodical
• Experience creating BOMs and Cutlists
Preferred Skills
• 3D Modeling
• Familiarity with woodworking materials / processes
• Material take-offs
• MRP / ERP experience
• Experience with CAM
• Lean Manufacturing
• Cabinetry and Millwork
Compensation and Benefits
• Very competitive wages DOE
• Exceptional medical and dental benefits
• Employer Pays 100% of employee monthly premium
Experience
• CAM Programming: 1+ year (Required)
• AutoCad: 1+ year (Required)
• Casework & Millwork: 2+ year (Required)
Pay
$80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
CPA or CMA preferred but not required.
For additional information please contact:
Kim Finch Cook
www.kfcook.com
kim@kfcook.com
(425) 882-3000
C-Suite Careers (CXO)
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Seattle, WA
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Location: Seattle, WA
Reports To: CEO
This is a social enterprise organization that has Behavioral Healthcare clinics, Manufacturing, Food Services, and Real Estate. The business model is unique. As social entrepreneurs, they combine the passionate pursuit of their mission while adhering to the discipline and innovation of a for-profit company.
Position Summary:
- Reports to and partners with the CEO, and interacts closely with the Board of Directors
- Is responsible for the Accounting, Finance and Revenue functions of the organization
- Responsibilities include: Compiling and communicating the organization’s past, current, and future financial information to internal and external stakeholders; Cash flow management; Tracking important KPIs and analyzing trends; Forecasting return on investment (ROI) for current and future programs; Developing and monitoring budgets; Ensuring all financial operations comply with federal and state laws; Coordinating audit activities; Representing the company to investors and public officials.
Essential Duties and Tasks:
Fiscal Functions
- Oversees the fiscal functions of the organization in accordance with GAAP and the non-profit industry.
- Reports financial results and information to management, the board of directors, customers, donors, and other stakeholders
- Oversees the accounting and treasury functions including: cash management, tax, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, cost accounting and general ledger
- Monitors cash balances, insure compliance with bank and other covenants, insure adequate cash flow to meet the organization’s needs
- Oversees the development of the annual operating and capital budgets
- Insures the organization’s financial compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines
- Executes key investing and financing activities, including investment of cash in excess of operational needs, equipment leasing, and debt financing
- Develops and documents key internal controls over accounting
Strategy Development, Implementation and Execution:
- In support of the CEO and working with senior leaders, develops the strategic direction for the organization
- As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, assists in the development of business and operations plans that support organizational strategy
- Provides support to endeavors, initiatives, and projects through financial analysis, business acumen, and experience
- Provides financial forecasting, modeling and analysis
Donations:
- Stewards the accounting for and expenditure of donated funds, restricted and unrestricted, in keeping with best practices for non-profit organizations
- Supports grant acquisition and other philanthropic efforts
- Manages and oversees invested funds pursuant to guidelines established by the finance and audit committee
Board Relations:
- Presents financial information to the Board of Directors and its Finance & Audit Committee
- Provides primary staff support to the Board of Directors Finance & Audit Committee
- Provides primary staff support to Board of Directors Compensation Committee Corporate and Retirement Committee (shared with Human Resources VP)
Risk Management and Contract Administration:
- Reviews and understands the current and potential risks of the business
- Oversees and promotes risk mitigation tactics, including internal controls, insurance coverage, and alternate entities or structures
- Monitors legal risks and oversees non-HR litigation management
- Oversees corporate contract administration, approval, and reporting
Benefits Administration:
- Supports the administration of the organization’s retirement and health benefits insurance plans
Stakeholder and External Relations:
- Maintains good working relationships with auditors, bankers, investment advisors, attorneys, and other professional advisors to the organization
- Maintains and develops relationships with area CFO’s
- Maintains good working relationships with Washington State Office of Finance Management leaders, the Washington State Housing Finance Commission, regional behavioral health organizations, and budget authorities in state and local contracting agencies
Mission and Overall Success of the Organization:
- Supports and advises the CEO
- Partners with the COO
- Provides transformational leadership
- Molds the culture of the organization
- Provides demonstrated support of the organization’s mission and clients
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent customer service skills for interacting with both internal and external customers
- Commitment to mission
- A proactive, hands-on strategic thinker who owns responsibility for the organization’s Finance, Accounting
- Has a strong ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels, including finance and non-finance leadership
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills to effectively communicating key data
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Finance. MBA or Masters in related field preferred
- Healthcare Industry experience
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- 5-10 years of experience in a CFO-level position, reporting directly to President CEO
- This opportunity would be located in Seattle, some remote work but the CFO would need to live and work in the Seattle area. Relocation assistance will be provided
- Strong compensation + benefits
For additional information please contact:
Kim Finch Cook Executive Recruiter, Inc
www.kfcook.com
kim@kfcook.com
(425) 882-3000
Accounting & Finance Careers
Financial Service Professional / Investor Relations - Wenatchee
Controller Certified Public Accountant - Seattle Hybrid
Controller - Eastern WA (Wenatchee Area or Tri-Cities)
Title: Controller
Location: Eastern WA (Wenatchee Area or Tri-Cities)
Reports To: Managing Principal
Organization: Wealth Management Organization
Description:
Private capital equity firm. Partners with over 30 years of experience. Steady growth. Multi-million dollar company that invests in income producing real estate opportunities to help diversify wealth and increase portfolios, throughout the Pacific Northwest. Commercial Real Estate backed by property title of ownership, allowing individuals or businesses to invest in a diversified portfolio.
Position Purpose & Responsibilities
- Accounting: Maintain accurate records of financial documents
- Presentations: Participate in educational seminars and /or presentations
- Values: Model the corporate values
- 5+ years’ experience
- Current knowledge of current accounting laws and regulations
- Knowledge of GAAP
- Washington State CPA License
- Knowledge of Enterprise QuickBooks
- File tax returns including K1’s
- Manage all IRS inquiries
- Answer tax questions and support any tax questions at seminars
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word,
- Publisher, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as cloud based service systems
- Proficient in Adobe, Mail, Calendar, One Drive
- Maintain continuing education (CPE)
- Previous financial institution experience a plus
- Previous Commercial Real Estate industry experience a plus
After Hire Training In
- Additional training as needed
- Learn and use existing client and prospecting system
- Provide general education regarding pertinent tax codes to clients and prospects
- Participate in on-going staff training as required
- Provide intermediary services between clients and their CPA’s
- Research products
Compensation
- DOE + excellent benefits $110 to $140 + bonus + profit sharing
For consideration and additional information please contact:
Kim Finch Cook Executive Recruiter, Inc
www.kfcook.com
kim@kfcook.com
(425) 882-3000
Accounting Manager - Tacoma Washington
Management Careers
Payroll Manager - Public Pharma - Seattle
Director of HR - Home/Corporate Office
Title: Director of HR
Location: Home/Corporate Office
Reports To: VP of Operations/HR
Hospitality industry, privately owned, multiple locations and community oriented restaurants. National Award winning company.
HR Strategy:
- Develops, deploys and measures a companywide HR plan that protects, strengthens, and grows the culture
- Deploys annual team survey for team member feedback
- Works with Board of Directors on company succession planning, compensation and culture
Recruitment:
- Partner with local community programs and universities to nurture a talent pipeline for talent
- Works with Operations Specialist to deploy hourly and management recruitment posting, hiring and activities
- Supports Operations Leader on hiring/promoting GM and Chef Candidates
- Supports Home office leadership team on Home office recruitment, interview and hiring
- Supports new restaurant openings with hiring and onboarding
Training and Development:
- Plans, organizes and coordinates execution of GM/Chef Summit with operation leaders
- Plans, organizes and coordinates execution of Annual LEAD (Leadership Exploratory and Development) programs with operations leaders
- Plans, organizes and coordinates execution of Annual Career Opportunity Days with operations Leaders
Compensation and Benefits:
- Manages annual compensation reviews
- Reviews and assesses health insurance plan with leadership team
- Drives benefit recommendations based on market/team interest to help stand out as a top company to work for in a fiscally responsible way
- Deploys and communicates the annual benefit enrollment campaigns (Insurance, HAS, 401k, scholarships, etc.)
Diversity and Inclusion:
- Champion’s diversity and inclusion programs, speakers, and discussions to raise awareness and improve representation at all levels
- Sponsors and supports Women in the Kitchen program and annual event
- Annually reviews representation in all roles and provides opportunities for access
- Annually reviews compensation for gender and diversity equality
- Ensures company communications are accessible to everyone (language, modes of technology, etc.)
Compliance:
- Drives whistleblower program to ensure a safe working environment
- Coaches Managers to handle difficult Team Member conversations and runs employee investigations
- Maintains team member handbook and company policies
- Responsible for keeping leadership team up to date on changing HR rules and regulations
- Continue to deploy online file system
HR Management:
- Manages and coaches Benefit Administrator in duties and career growth
- Active in personal HR training and education
- Participates in local HR leadership groups
- Hands on experience with ADP, Human Resources and or Benefits is a plus
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Experience in the restaurant industry a plus
Skill Sets:
- Embodies values of honesty/integrity, respect and inclusion, teamwork and compassionate leadership
- Good at solving problems, can be an out of the box thinker, and is business minded
- Able to communicate effectively, Projects positive enthusiasm. Effective with all levels of management and staff
- Communicates with tack and diplomacy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Able to write training materials in clear, easy to read, concise manner. Understand principles of good writing including spelling, pun
- Able to manage time effectively
- Self-motivated
- Detailed oriented
- Washington state driver’s license, and clean driving record. Some local travel, less than 20% travel.
Additional Requirements:
- Complete a background and credit check
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Work day is 9 to 5 Monday through Friday
Compensation:
DOE $130 to $170 Depending on experience plus full benefits, 401K
For additional information please contact:
Kim Finch Cook Executive Recruiter, Inc
www.kfcook.com
kim@kfcook.com
(425) 882-3000
Financial Manager – Property Development – Low Income Housing - Seattle, WA / Remote Home Office
Title: Financial Manager – Property Development – Low Income Housing
Location: Seattle, WA / Remote Home Office
Reports To: Dir of FP&A
Organization: Social enterprise for profit and nonprofit organization
Position Overview:
A member of the Finance and Accounting Team, the Financial Manager – Property Development (Low Income Housing) will be the financial lead for the Property Development management team, assist in the financial planning budgeting forecasting and financial analysis. Track and monitor all Low Income Housing tax credits.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Manage all financial aspects of development activities for low income housing tax credit (“LIHTC”) construction projects or other financing arrangements.
- Monitor and track construction progress to ensure accurate accumulation of costs for funding and Cost Certification audit.
- Monitor Low Income Housing
- Coordinate finance and accounting related matters during marketing and lease up process through transition to stabilized operations, working with internal departments (Project Management, Planning and Development, Accounting, Housing and Facilities Management).
- Support the organization and the CFO with capital investment plan and te annual operating budget process, and related forecasts
- Assist with development and growth of organization through financial modeling and subsequent operational reporting and model variance analysis
- Support Dir of FP&A with special projects, risk management and process improvements
Qualifications / Requirements
- Financial lead for Property Development (low income Housing) management team
- Manage all financial aspects of development activities for low income housing tax credit (LIHTC) construction projects or other financing arrangements including:
- Develop and maintain multiple iterations of funding projections with numerous sources, including GAP analysis and annual operating cost
- Prepare, evaluate and process RFP from investors and lenders, auditors, legal services and professionals as needed
- Prepare financial related data for tax credit and loan applications required by funding sources
- Establish bank accounts for closing, construction and on—going operations
- Monitor and track construction progress ensure costs for funding and Cost Certification audit including
- Develop and maintain cost certification workbooks
- Prepare monthly draw paperwork and submit to multiple funders
- Validate calculation of interest charges
- Oversee funds flow and vendor disbursement process
- Collaborate with Accounting to ensure timely, accurate and complete recording of transactions
- Prepare debt confirmation
- Support Accounting with cost certification audit
- Coordinate finance and accounting related matters during marketing and lease up process
- Work with Housing and Facilities Management to develop annual operating and capital budgets
- Collaborate with Accounting to ensure timely, accurate recording of transactions
- Monitor operating results
- Assist with RFPs
- Complete and file financial compliance reporting to City, State and Federal agencies and private investors/lenders
- Forecast and manage partnership cash flow
- Manage annual excess cash flow calculations and disbursement
- Request Capital draws
- Support permanent financing conversion
- Support CFO with capital investment plane and annual operating budget process and related forecasts
- Coordinate bond and other debt refinancing
- Operational reporting and model variance analysis
- Administration of budget/reporting system
- Support Dir of FP&A
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- 5 yrs. experience with budgets, financial modeling and analysis
- Knowledge of low-income housing development and operations.
- Knowledge of Low Income Tax credits
- Housing Development Finance Professional required within one year of employment
- Experience with public funding and nonprofit accounting
- Microsoft Office Suite, strong MS Excel skills
- Experience with ERP and reporting systems (EPICOR/Adaptive Insights a plus)
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
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For consideration and additional information please contact:
Kim Finch Cook Executive Recruiter, Inc
www.kfcook.com
kim@kfcook.com
(425) 882-3000