CEO
Career Opportunity: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – JS Morlu LLC
Introduction:
JS Morlu, a globally acclaimed accounting firm, is poised for a transformative journey toward unprecedented success. As our esteemed CEO and Founder gracefully transitions to oversee our technology portfolio and global investments, we actively seek an accomplished and visionary leader to spearhead our evolution. In this pivotal role, you will lead our esteemed accounting outfit, orchestrating the synergy of managing directors across seven countries, propelling JS Morlu to new heights of excellence. Are you a trailblazer with a proven track record of financial acumen and an unwavering commitment to operational excellence?
We are on a mission to transcend a 12-year scaling barrier, achieve remarkable revenue growth, and redefine industry benchmarks. The ideal candidate is not just a leader; they are a catalyst for change, armed with strategic acumen, exceptional sales expertise, boundless energy, and an unwavering sense of urgency. If you are poised to make history, drive innovation, and champion a culture of excellence while embodying our core values, we invite you to be the driving force behind our continued evolution. Elevate your career and reshape the future of JS Morlu – where leadership meets legacy!
Location:
This position is based in Woodbridge, Virginia, offering flexible work options, including remote hybrid work, as the company is performance-driven.
Compensation and Ownership:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Performance bonuses, sales, and execution commissions, with a three-year short timeline to obtain ownership percentage.
Call to Action
Embark on this extraordinary journey of success and growth with us. Apply today to lead JS Morlu into its next chapter of excellence. Send resume and copy letter to Executive Assistant, Chidapha Lederer at [email protected]
Professional Qualifications and Experience:
Educational Background:
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Each three (3) years of relevant work, experience is equivalent to one year of college, in lieu of a master’s.
• CPA or equivalent accounting qualification highly desirable.
Professional Experience:
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership, with a significant executive background in the accounting or financial services industry.
Mission:
To revolutionize JS Morlu into a financially robust and innovative global accounting firm. The CEO will lead the company in embodying core values and fulfilling the mission by partnering with exceptional clients, solving complex problems, and establishing trustworthiness.
Outcomes to be Accomplished:
Top-grade the Sales and Execution Team by End of Year One:
• Hire A-Player managers and directors.
• Trim non-performing accounting, operational, and sales team members.
Financial Performance (Annually):
• Propel revenue growth by 25%
• Achieve a 95% client retention rate and aggressively acquire new clients.
• Elevate EBITDA margin to an ambitious 15%.
Operational Excellence by end of year two:
• Deliver monthly forecast reports with unparalleled 90% accuracy.
• Execute projects seamlessly and with unparalleled precision.
• Design and implement cutting-edge sales strategies to surpass targets.
• Achieve and surpass financial targets through impeccable execution.
• Receive, review, and approve financial and operational key performance indicators of managing directors.
Market Leadership (Annually):
• Conduct exhaustive market surveys to identify trends and opportunities.
• Devise and execute innovative strategies to diversify and outpace competitors.
• Propel sales and acquire new clients with unwavering energy and speed.
Cultural Alignment (Annually):
• Exemplify and champion core values.
• Foster an environment thriving on positivity and relentless pursuit of excellence.
• Lead the charge in embracing change through state-of-the-art technology and approaches.
Critical Competencies:
Strategic Vision:
• Develop and articulate a compelling vision for the future.
• Exhibit strategic prowess in identifying market trends and capitalizing on opportunities.
Proactivity:
• Acts without being told what to do.
• Brings new ideas to the company.
Enthusiasm:
• Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a can-do attitude, not postponing what can be done today until tomorrow.
Work Ethic:
• Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done.
• Has a track record of working hard.
High Standards:
• Expects personal performance and team performance to be nothing short of the best.
• Persuasion:
• Able to convince others to pursue a course of action.
Organizational and Planning:
• Plans, organizes, schedules, and budgets in an efficient, productive manner. Focuses on key priorities.
Aggressiveness:
• Moves quickly and takes a forceful stand without being overly abrasive.
Follow through on Commitments:
• Lives up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal cost.
Intelligence:
• Learns quickly. Demonstrates the ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information.
Analytical Skills:
• Able to structure and process quantitative or qualitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it.
• Exhibits a probing mind and achieves penetrating insights.
Attention to detail:
• Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
Global Workforce Perspective:
• Has the demonstrable ability to work with a hybrid remote workforce across multiple continents.
• Willingness to travel in the USA and across multiple countries.
Persistence:
• Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.
Market Acumen:
• Possesses an unparalleled understanding of the global accounting industry and competitive landscape.
• Crafts and executes sales strategies that surpass industry benchmarks.
Leadership Skills:
• Project an influential and dynamic leadership presence.
• Instill an unyielding sense of urgency, energy, and speed within the organization.
Innovative Mindset:
• Drive a culture of constant innovation and improvement.
• Embrace ambiguity and demonstrate a hunger for pioneering experiences.
Collaboration and Relationship Building:
• Collaborate seamlessly with clients and internal teams.
• Foster and maintain extraordinary relationships with clients and colleagues.
Integrity and Accountability:
• Uphold an unwavering commitment to the highest standards of integrity.
• Take full accountability for decisions and actions.
• Does not cut corners ethically, doing what is right the first time, not just doing what is expedient.
• Speaks plainly and truthfully.
• Earns and maintains confidences.
Learning Orientation:
• Personally exemplify a commitment to continuous learning and skill enhancement.
• Cultivate and encourage a learning culture within the organization.
Overall Scorecard:
The CEO will be evaluated based on surpassing financial and operational outcomes, championing core values, and exhibiting the critical competencies required for unprecedented success. Regular performance reviews will ensure alignment with the company’s mission and values, with adjustments made to reflect evolving business priorities. Join us at JS Morlu, where your leadership legacy awaits!
