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For interest, you can reach out to Melissa Scruggs directly; melissa@financialtalentgroup.com Title: Director of Finance Management: Yes FLSA Code: Exempt Job Class: Overhead EEO Category: A – Executive/Senior Level Officials and Managers About Company: Exigo provides a wide range of advisory and assistance solutions in Architecture, Engineering, and Management for National Security Space customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs CO, Exigo provides services to the Government in El Segundo CA, Boulder CO, Colorado Springs CO, Denver CO, Albuquerque NM, and the National Capital Region. About the Role: The Director of Finance plays a pivotal role in assisting in the financial direction and health of the organization. This position will report to Exigo’s COO but will receive advice and strategic leadership from our contracted Fractional CFO. The Director is responsible for leading a two person Team on developing and executing strategic financial plans that align with the company’s long-term goals, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability. The Director’s primary focus will be overseeing financial operations consistent with month and year end close-out, internal controls, General Ledger audits, direct/indirect cost allocation verifications, yearly budgeting and forecasting, input on long term strategic investments, monitor cash flow, interaction with Exigo’s financial institution, interactions with our ESOP Trustee and Valuation team, interactions with our external accounting firm, and interacting with Exigo’s Fractional CFO. This position will also provide financial reporting and timely insights to the board, committees, and stakeholders. By fostering strong financial governance and compliance with audit regulations, the Director safeguards the organization's assets and reputation. Ultimately, this role demands a visionary leader who can balance analytical rigor with strategic foresight to drive organizational performance and value creation. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in senior financial leadership roles, preferably as a Senior Controller or equivalent. • Proven expertise in financial governance, GAAP-compliant financial reporting, risk management, budgeting and forecasting, and regulatory compliance. • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute financial planning and modeling. • Strong knowledge of Deltek’s Costpoint, audit regulations and experience working with external auditors. • Expertise in Government contracting processes to include proposals, pricing, negotiations, modifications, and prime/sub documentation. Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Finance. • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. • Experience in a financial role in an ESOP company. • Experience in the Department of Defense contracting industry to include T&M, FFP, and Cost plus contract types. • Experience in a DCAA Accounting System audit. • Experience with DCAA Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) audit. • Proven track record of leading finance teams and driving organizational change. • Familiarity with advanced financial technologies and data analytics tools. Responsibilities: • Lead Exigo’s Finance Team in support of near-term and long-term company goals. • Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive financial strategies that support the company’s objectives and growth plans. • Oversee and execute financial planning, budgeting, rate buildups, forecasting, reporting, and analysis to ensure accurate and actionable financial insights. • Review invoices, AP/AR vouchers, contract modifications, and salary compensation. • Oversee the proposal cost volume development, reviews, pricing, and submittals • Manage financial risks by establishing robust risk management frameworks and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and audit standards. • Assist HR on pay equity and compensation benchmarking analysis and reporting • Collaborate with executive leadership and the board to measure organizational performance and inform decision-making through detailed financial reporting and profit modeling. • Interact with Exigo’s financial institution, 401k provider, ESOP Trustee, ESOP Valuation team, and Exigo’s accounting firm. • Interreact with the appointed GovIRG Fractional CFO on a weekly basis for topics such as guidance, direction, discussions, support, and mentorship on financial strategies, forecasting, performance, reporting, and executive leadership interactions and taskings. • Lead future DCAA Accounting system audits and DCAA ICS. • General Physical Demands: • Ability to sit for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day)  • Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and handling documents • Occasional standing, walking, and reaching within office environment • Ability to lift and carry up to 10-10lbs  • Visual acuity for: • Reading screens and printed materials • Working with detailed financial reports, contracts, and technical diagrams • Hearing and Speech • Ability to communicate clearly in person and via phone/video • Participate in classified discussions in secure areas • Mobility • Ability to move within a secure facility including badge-controlled areas • Occasional travel between buildings or to secure labs  Skills: The required skills such as Leadership Presence enable the ability to influence and guide the team and board members. Strategic Planning and Execution are critical for translating business goals into actionable financial strategies that drive growth. Analytical Problem Solving and Developing Strategic Profit Models allow the Director to dissect complex financial data and forecast future performance accurately. Measuring Organizational Performance and Managing Financial Risk ensure that the company remains financially healthy and compliant with all regulations. Financial Governance, Strategic Cost Management, and Audit Regulation Awareness are applied daily to maintain transparency, optimize costs, and uphold the highest standards of financial integrity. Exigo Benefits • 401k 10% Employer contribution (No match required) • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Employer‑paid medical premiums (0% employee cost) • UnitedHealthcare PPO (Choice Plus) base plan • Dental & Vision (Principal) • Fully covered—100% of premiums paid—includes preventive, basic, and major dental services (plus orthodontia for children) and vision exams, lenses, frames, and contacts. • Company‑funded spending account (choose one): • Flexible Spending Account (FSA): $500 annually • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): $2,000 annually • $6,000 annual opt‑out cash benefit. • Company‑paid Life Insurance, Disability, and AD&D coverage Please note that the salary information provided is a general guideline only. Exigo considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, internal peer equity, market conditions, and business considerations when extending an offer. For highly qualified candidates, compensation may exceed the stated range. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity) national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process may contact HR (HR@exigocorp.com) At-Will Employment Disclaimer Employment is at-will, meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law. Export Control/ITAR This position may require access to export-controlled information. Applicants must be eligible under U.S. export control laws.

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For interest, you can reach out to Melissa Scruggs directly; melissa@financialtalentgroup.com
Title: Director of Finance
Management: Yes
FLSA Code: Exempt
Job Class: Overhead
EEO Category: A – Executive/Senior Level Officials and Managers
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in senior financial leadership roles, preferably as a Senior Controller or equivalent.
Proven expertise in financial governance, GAAP-compliant financial reporting, risk management, budgeting and forecasting, and regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute financial planning and modeling.
Strong knowledge of Deltek’s Costpoint, audit regulations and experience working with external auditors.
Expertise in Government contracting processes to include proposals, pricing, negotiations, modifications, and prime/sub documentation.
Lead Exigo’s Finance Team in support of near-term and long-term company goals.
Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive financial strategies that support the company’s objectives and growth plans.
Oversee and execute financial planning, budgeting, rate buildups, forecasting, reporting, and analysis to ensure accurate and actionable financial insights.
Review invoices, AP/AR vouchers, contract modifications, and salary compensation.

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Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Finance.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation.
Experience in a financial role in an ESOP company.
Experience in the Department of Defense contracting industry to include T&M, FFP, and Cost plus contract types.
Experience in a DCAA Accounting System audit.
Experience with DCAA Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) audit.
Proven track record of leading finance teams and driving organizational change.
Familiarity with advanced financial technologies and data analytics tools.

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