Majestic – Lead Studio Instructors

ABOUT MAJESTIC DANCE STUDIO

Located in Saint Louis (Frontenac), Missouri, Majestic Dance Studio (“Majestic”) is an independently owned ballroom dance studio and a place where students of all levels discover their passion for ballroom dance and compete successfully at national and international levels. With 25+ years professional dance and studio ownership experience, Alex Borodko has built a warm and inviting studio environment that offers a personalized approach and prioritizes quality instruction over client volume. Learn more at www.majesticdancestudio.com.

With an eye towards the future, Majestic Dance Studio is seeking a rising ballroom dance star (or couple) to join its studio as a lead instructor(s). Ideal candidates offer professional aspirations, interest in teaching, training, competition, a desire to learn the art of studio ownership, and a willingness to relocate to Saint Louis, Missouri. 

WHY JOIN MAJESTIC DANCE STUDIO?

• BUILD A CAREER IN AN AFFORDABLE MARKET: Establish yourself as a leading instructor and competitor without the intense competition for students and studio locations. Based in the heart of the country, Saint Louis offers ease of travel, a thriving ballroom market and a lower cost of living than most major dance hubs.
• PATHWAY TO STUDIO OWNERSHIP: This is more than a job — it’s a legacy opportunity. Majestic is actively seeking someone interested in growing towards studio ownership. At Majestic, you will find a long-term home for your career with greater financial upside and an opportunity to continue the studio’s tradition of excellence.
• INDEPENDENT STUDIO FLEXIBILITY + IMMEDIATE CLIENT BASE: Unlike franchise operations, you will not be required to sit in studio waiting for customer arrival. Independent studio flexibility offers the ability to build a solid work-life-training balance while building upon a base of immediate clients who love dancing at Majestic.
• COMPETITIVE WAGE + LIVING EXPENSE STIPEND FOR ONE YEAR: Majestic offers not only a competitive share of lesson fees, yet also the possibility of a living stipend to support your transition to the Saint Louis region and the growth of your own client base here.
• MENTORSHIP + ELITE TRAINING: Train with Alexandr Borodko, championship-level dancer and trainer. Unparalleled opportunity to refine technique, choreography and competitive strategy. Train as professional dancer, class instructor, and prospective dance studio owner.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

You may not check every box, and your experience may look a little different from what we have outlined, yet we encourage you to apply, if you believe you are a match and can bring value to Majestic Dance Studio! 

• Ballroom dancing is not your hobby – it is your career path and your passion! You are ready to transition into the professional realm, teaching and competing with clients while still developing your own artistry.
• You are looking for more than just a teaching position — you are seeking long-term growth potential at a place where you can build a competitive career as well as help grow a thriving studio business. 
• You are currently competing as an amateur or professional at the national level — you consider yourself a “rising star” on the competitive circuit. 
• You crave the flexibility of an independent studio, the mentorship of a world-class instructor, and desire a clear path toward studio ownership. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: STUDIO INSTRUCTOR(S)

• STUDENT INSTRUCTION + COMPETITION – Teach individual and group lessons while developing and maintaining a roster of private clients. Provide expert instruction in International Standard and Latin as well as American Rhythm and Smooth styles while preparing students for local and national Pro-Am competitions. Compete with students, serving as their partner in competitive events to achieve their personal dance goals. 
• PROFESSIONAL TRAINING + DEVELOPMENT – Further your own professional dance development through regular training, travel and competition. Take advantage of dedicated training time and dance space with studio owner, Alexandr Borodko, who brings elite-level experience and European training methodology. 
• LEARN STUDIO OPERATIONS & SUPPORT BUSINESS GROWTH – Support day-to-day studio operations, including marketing initiatives, client development and special events. Take on increasing business responsibilities and studio management with the long-term opportunity to earn an ownership position in Majestic Dance Studio.

JOB LOCATION: SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI

This position requires full relocation to Saint Louis, Missouri. Position offers a competitive hourly instruction rate and studio space for personal training. 

Learn more about the Saint Louis, Missouri region via Explore STL at https://explorestlouis.com/ and Greater STL Inc., at https://greaterstlinc.com/ and #STLMADE at https://thestl.com/.

Apply now at www.occhiosearch.com or reach out to us directly. Occhio Search is a retained recruitment firm based in Saint Louis, Missouri, and is proud to support Majestic Dance in its search for a Studio Instructor(s). 

Know someone who would be a great match? Contact Sarah Krueger (sarah@occhiosearch.com) and Elly Richards (elly@occhiosearch.com) with referrals and questions. All applications, dancer referrals, and inquiries will be held in strict confidence. 

Majestic Dance Studio is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome differences in form of gender, race, ancestry, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, age, political affiliation, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. We look forward to hearing from you!

Nikken Foods Brand Mktg & Content Mgr

NOW HIRING: Brand Marketing & Content Design Manager

Help shape and elevate the voice of Nikken Foods! Now seeking a design-led marketer who brings together product storytelling and sales-focused execution to deliver marketing ROI!

ABOUT NIKKEN FOODS USA

Nikken FoodsUSA is a place where tradition, quality, and opportunity unite. As part of a global company with over 60 years of leadership in natural specialty food ingredients, Nikken is trusted by food manufacturers around the world for its expertise in umami, flavor enhancement, and kokumi solutions. With a strong product base, Nikken helps customers enhance and balance taste and solve technical challenges across a wide range of applications.  To learn more, visit www.nikkenfoods.com

Supported by a centrally located US operation, the Nikken team delivers dependable service to a repeat and growing customer base comprised of a diverse mix of global brands, food manufacturers and seasoning producers. Nikken offers a proactive and consultative sales approach, rooted in real partnership and customer service. You’ll join a team where leadership is approachable and creative ideas are welcomed. If you’re looking to do purposeful work, learn continuously, and be part of a company built on respect and long-term relationships, Nikken is a place to grow and thrive.

THE OPPORTUNITY 

This role sits at the center of sales, content, and customer engagement and is ideal for a marketing professional who enjoys both strategy and execution in a lean organization. Partnering closely with sales team and reporting to the Vice President of Nikken Foods USA, this role will create, refine and execute strategic marketing content and campaigns to elevate brand-level messaging. Develop the message – and design how it looks – across digital, web, and print sales channels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive Account-Specific Content & Campaign Execution – Bring sales-led marketing campaigns to life by planning and managing monthly outbound content calendars and targeted account initiatives. Working from sales priorities and approved messaging, you’ll take the process from concept through launch to ensure relevance, consistency and campaign impact.
• Create Customer-Facing Sales Materials – Partner closely with sales to create polished, reusable sales assets–including product one-pagers, email templates, and additional sales-process assets. Respond to sales needs quickly and collaboratively to equip the team for success by preparing materials and custom decks to support customer meetings, trade shows and other sales-related activities.
• Support Website Revamp & Drive Digital Branding – Collaborate with external developer on website content strategy and redesign, keeping messaging fresh, accurate and brand-aligned.Serve as lead on ideation and implementation of corporate content. Identify opportunities to grow Nikken Food USA’s digital presence with the right audiences.
• Translate Analytics into Insight & Facilitate Sales Research – Turn performance data into actionable insights by tracking and reporting on campaign results and deliver monthly learnings that help guide marketing and sales strategy. Research food trends, prospective customers, sales channels, and product development insights to support sales conversations and the future campaigns you’ll create with the sales team.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

• Your Approach – You are a collaborative team player, proactive in working with and supporting others. You thrive in a dynamic environment, balancing a wide spectrum of projects and can flex between strategic and tactical priorities with ease. In this role, you’ll see the sales team as your primary customer.
• Your Experience – You’ve gained 4-8+ years of proven sales-driven marketing experience, developing and delivering clear, compelling content and creative on-brand campaigns, with an established track record of results. You are highly organized, skilled at managing multiple projects and deadlines; a sharp attention to detail is mandatory. B2B and/or CPG experience a plus.
• Your Design & Technology Skills – Your tech stack includes a comfort with design tools such as Canva, PowerPoint, InDesign, Photoshop and/or Adobe as well as email campaign platforms (MailChimp) and CRMs (Insightly).
• Your Education – Four-year college degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred.

WHY JOIN US?

• HANDS-ON, HIGH IMPACT – You won’t be marketing from a distance.  Directly supporting the sales team, you’ll smell, taste, and identify what makes Nikken truly stand out to a wide base of small and large CPG customers.
• LOCAL PRESENCE, INTERNATIONAL REACH – Play a collaborative role in supporting the marketing evolution of a well-established food brand with international roots and a growing US client base. Success in this role comes from true partnership – working along sales and leadership to execute marketing that aligns with customer focus and company direction.
• AGILE MARKETING APPROACH – Partner with sales team in an agile manner, reiterating quickly and leveraging data and market insights to refine content and campaigns that directly influence sales and customer engagement.
• COMPETITIVE SALARY & COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS – Compensation includes an annual base salary commensurate with experience. Nikken also offers generous health insurance including medical, dental, and vision; PTO; 401(k)-retirement plan and disability insurance.

WORK LOCATION 

Nikken’s US Headquarters is located at 4984 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110. This position requires an on-site presence at Nikken’s office five (5) days a week with professional flexibility.

READY TO APPLY?

Take the next step and complete the interest form on this page to share your resume with Occhio Search & Recruitment. All resumes, referrals, and general inquiries will be held strictly confidential. For questions, please contact Elly Richards, elly@occhiosearch.com or Sarak Krueger, sarah@occhiosearch.com.

Nikken Foods USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome differences in form of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

Emmaus_President & CEO

THE OPPORTUNITY

For over 130 years, Emmaus has walked alongside adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to provide whole-person support and residential resources to enable independent living in local communities. Founded in 1893, Emmaus has since grown into a sophisticated nonprofit organization with a $40M+ budget and dedicated team of 600+ direct service providers and administrative employees who support 200+ individuals across four Missouri counties. Learn more at www.emmaushomes.org.

At the heart of Emmaus’ mission is a deeply held commitment to four core values: Customer Centered, Collaboration, Integrity and Initiative. These values guide daily decisions, shape relationships, and define how Emmaus serves its clients, families, team members and community partners.

Poised for continued success after 15+ years of transformational leadership by Cindy Clark, Emmaus is seeking its next President & CEO (“CEO”). Reporting to the Board of Directors, the next CEO will thrive on balancing operational excellence with strategic innovation, serve as a fearless advocate for disability services and Medicaid funding, and build upon a century of impact with deep community roots to drive revenue diversification and a sustainable future for high-quality, client-centric programs and services.

YOUR MISSION AS CEO

• ADVANCE THE EMMAUS MISSION [Heart-Based Strategic Leadership + Board Relations] – Partner closely with the Board of Directors and Leadership Team to maintain the momentum of the current three-year strategic plan while ensuring stability of organizational funding with increased diversification efforts. Proactively and transparently engage the Board in financial and operational priorities while cultivating a culture of customer-centric decisions and high-quality programs.
• INSPIRE A HIGH-PERFORMING TEAM & COLLABORATIVE CULTURE [Team Leadership] – Lead and align an empowered senior leadership team across human resources, accounting/finance, client services, facilities, operations, fund development, communications, advocacy and government relations. Oversee and communicate organizational policies and priorities. Foster a culture of customer centered collaboration built on trust, mutual respect, and shared accountability. Uphold the highest standards of personal and professional integrity, and encourage initiative at all levels.
• BUILD + EXPAND ORGANIZATIONAL RESOURCES [Fund Development + Financials] – In close partnership with the Board and senior leadership, manage annual budget, maximizing its impact. Ensure diversification and continuity of revenue streams while navigating funding volatility through strategic scenario-based planning. Personally cultivate relationships with individual and corporate donors to drive new philanthropic revenue.

• SERVE AS FEARLESS ADVOCATE [Advocacy, PR, Community Engagement, Thought Leadership] – Serve as primary nonpartisan spokesperson and public face of Emmaus, consistently and effectively identifying opportunities to represent Emmaus locally and beyond. Proactively cultivate relationships with community partners, government officials and legislators, trade organizations and relevant media sources. Serve as a fearless advocate and thought leader within the larger intellectual and developmental disability community.

• ENSURE HIGH QUALITY SERVICES [Program Excellence + Client Experience] – Ensure quality and measure impact across Emmaus programs and services. Support requirements for CARF accreditation and Medicaid compliance. Ensure adherence with all applicable City, State, and Federal laws and regulations. Strengthen a culture that promotes compassion, quality of care, continuous improvement and risk management.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

• You have a passion and heart for the mission and clients of Emmaus, including an unwavering belief that all abilities deserve whole-person care and a life of independence and inclusion.
• You have gained 10-15+ years of progressive leadership experience of people, processes, and organizational resources, including oversight for a broad base of functional areas. Ideal candidates bring prior nonprofit or mission-based experience within a direct service provider setting.
• You offer no less than 5 years of experience as a member of or leading a senior team, building organizational culture, shaping strategy and translating vision into outcomes across human resources, finance, facilities, operations, programs and services, marketing, communications, and/or fundraising and development.
• You have the aptitude, comfort and desire to serve as a visible and nonpartisan advocate in local and state policy discussions. Prior familiarity with advocacy, legislation and government relations is a plus.
• You have solid financial acumen with prior P&L or budget management experience. Ideal candidates bring a track record or aptitude for identifying key resources and diversifying revenue streams. Prior experience or familiarity with government funding sources such as Medicaid is a plus.
• You have the aptitude and desire to drive increased mission-based storytelling, PR and communications and donor cultivation to fuel new philanthropic revenue. Understanding best practices and/or involvement in annual giving, special events, grants, corporate partnerships and/or major gifts is a plus.
• You bring familiarity and/or experience working with or serving on nonprofit boards. You demonstrate a high standard of ethics and instill mutual trust and confidence as you lead.
• You are well-versed in proactively communicating with internal and external stakeholders in a visible and authentic manner. You build strong relationships and foster inclusivity and collaboration with team members, external stakeholders, and clients, reacting genuinely with diplomacy and tact.
• You are a hands-on leader with the ability and desire to flex between strategic and tactical priorities. Superior project management skills, solution-based problem solving, and an entrepreneurial mindset are must-haves.
• You have a solid business acumen, strong technology skills and a data-driven approach. Four-year college degree required. Advanced degree and/or related certifications preferred.

WHY JOIN US?

• LEAD OUR NEXT CHAPTER OF GROWTH – Come build upon a 130-year legacy of empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live with independence, inclusion, and self-advocacy. Emmaus offers an empowered and high-performing Leadership Team and an engaged Board of Directors, committed to service continuity alongside intentional and sustainable growth.

• MAKE A FOREVER IMPACT – Enable whole-person care in a faith-inspired community committed to self-advocacy and independence. With dedicated team members at every level, you will guide an organization ready to deepen its impact in the life of every client served.
• CHAMPION DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES – As a key grassroots advocate in the fight for funding, you will ensure that Emmaus is recognized by state and local stakeholders and remains a credible and trusted leader in disability support services and Medicaid policy discussions.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Emmaus offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary commensurate with experience in the range of $225,000.00 to $300,000.00, along with a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life and employee-paid STD/LTD insurance; PTO; paid holidays; employee assistance program; and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan with match. Insurance benefits offer both employee and dependent coverage.

WORK LOCATION + TRAVEL + RELOCATION

This position requires a consistent presence at our primary office location at 3731 Mueller Road, Saint Charles, Missouri, 63301, and affords professional flexibility with a hybrid work schedule. Frequent in-person collaboration with the Emmaus Leadership Team and a close partnership with the organization’s Board of Directors, key funders, donors, local and state government contacts and community partners is expected. Occasional evening and weekend hours and some travel expected. Relocation stipend available and immediate relocation desired.

READY TO APPLY?

Take the next step and complete the interest form on this page to share your resume with Occhio Search & Recruitment. Although you may not check every box and or your experience may look a little different from what we have outlined, we encourage you to apply if you believe you can bring value to Emmaus!

We ask that you direct all questions, candidate referrals, and applications to our retained search consultants at Occhio Search & Recruitment. Contact Sarah Krueger (sarah@occhiosearch.com), Angie Akerman (angie@occhiosearch.com) or Elly Richards (elly@occhiosearch.com). All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. Emmaus is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all applicants. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please let us know.

 Emmaus is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome differences in form of gender, race, ancestry, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, age, political affiliation, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply and we look forward to hearing from you!

Executive Search Associate

ABOUT US

At Occhio Search, we know that great leadership doesn’t just make a difference — it makes all the difference. That’s why we are passionate about identifying leaders who take initiative, build empowered teams, lead with vision, and deliver real and lasting impact in the organizations in which they work.

Occhio Search is a Saint Louis based retained search firm dedicated to servicing a broad base of privately held and nonprofit clients. This position offers a unique opportunity to learn the retained search business ground-up while working with experienced search consultants on high-impact client engagements that span multiple industries and executive functions. Visit www.occhiosearch.com to learn more about us!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 As an Executive Search Associate, you’ll use a smart mix of research and tech savvy recruitment tools to help our team zero in on prospective talent. Blending creative and analytical thinking, you will support a variety of active search engagements and business development activities. Key responsibilities include:

Talent Pipeline Development & Screening

• Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines for executive search engagements.
• Engage talent through creative sourcing, outreach sequencing, follow-ups and response tracking.
• Support front-line screening efforts, assessing candidate fit in collaboration with search team.
• Develop authentic relationships while exhibiting empathy, responsiveness and an open mind.

Research & Market Intelligence

• Conduct in-depth industry, functional and market landscape research.
• Analyze market trends, competitors, compensation data, and organizational structures.
• Surface and document insights that inform search strategy and client recommendations.
• Manage multiple concurrent project requests with high attention to detail and accuracy.

Search Engagement Project Management

• Support search consultants throughout the entire search process, from launch through offer.
• Prepare client deliverables, search metrics, status reports and candidate presentations.
• Manage search timelines and ensure seamless execution of all project milestones.
• Launch external job posts across web, applicant tracking system, LinkedIn, and other platforms.

• Ensure highest level of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards, at all times.

Business Development & External Communications

• Support both recruitment marketing needs as well as corporate/brand-level marketing initiatives.
• Support firm visibility, generate thought leadership, keep abreast of search-industry happenings.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what we’ve outlined, yet if you believe you can bring value, we encourage you to apply!

Desired qualifications include:

• 1-4+ years of relevant experience in research, recruiting, marketing, operations, journalism, HR/TA, politics, or another analytical communication-driven field … internship experience counts!
• Exceptional research and analytical capabilities — you are a curious, creative and tenacious researcher, able to synthesize disparate data and leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and adaptability — you thrive in a dynamic, growing firm where no two days are the same. You’re energized by wearing multiple hats, you excel at pivoting across project load, and you are driven to find answers independently.
• Systems and design thinker who keeps projects organized and communications moving.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Tech-savvy aptitude and quick learner of project management tools, cloud-based platforms and AI.
• Strong technical proficiency across MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Interest in long-term career growth within talent strategy with desire to learn the craft of executive search from experienced practitioners.
• 4-year degree is required.

Additional qualifications, a plus:

• Experience working in a Mac environment.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, CRM/ATS platforms, Hubspot, WordPress.
• Client-facing or customer service experience.
• Graphic design skills.

 WHY JOIN US?

• Mentorship-Driven, Entrepreneurial Culture: Work closely with seasoned search professionals who are invested in your growth and development. If you enjoy owning projects, moving fast, wearing multiple hats, and being part of an entrepreneurial team, you’ll feel right at home.
• Leverage Your Research & Analytical Skills: Talent research and outreach-efforts are the engine behind our search execution. Add value immediately across concurrent search projects.
• Learn Executive Search: Gain a front-row seat to the world of retained executive search and exposure to the recruitment of mission critical talent in high-growth companies from day one.
• Ownership + Impact: Work alongside a small team to make a BIG impact. We are proud to make a difference in each workplace community in which we recruit, one placement at a time.

COMPENSATION + BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary plus opportunity for annual performance bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance for employee.
• 401(k) with employer contribution, regardless of employee contribution.
• Hybrid work option ensures flexibility yet regular collaboration on and offsite.
• Downtown St. Louis co-working office location at 6 Cardinal Way, St. Louis, Missouri.

 READY TO APPLY?

Take the next step and complete the interest form on this page to share your resume with Occhio Search & Recruitment. Contact Sarah (sarah@occhiosearch.com), Elly (elly@occhiosearch.com), or Jessica (jessica@occhiosearch.com) with questions. All referrals, inquiries and conversations will be held in strict confidence. Occhio Search is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome differences in form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. Applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply and we look forward to connecting with you!

ACME CFO_2025

NOW HIRING: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

ESOP | Construction | Onsite with 15% travel

Position to be based in Saint Louis (MO) or Fort Myers (FL)

Now seeking a CFO who blends strategic vision and financial rigor with a tactical, get-it-done, collegial leadership style and an ability to scale accounting and finance functions for successful multi-site growth!

ABOUT ACME GROUP HOLDINGS

 ACME Group Holdings (“ACME Group”) represents a dynamic collection of engineering, fabrication, and construction companies including ACME Constructors (St. Louis, Columbia, and Cape Girardeau, Missouri), Anvil Engineering (St. Louis), OBC Structural Contractors (Fort Myers & Palmetto, Florida), and TNT Fabrication & Machining (Mineral Point, MO). As a 100% employee-owned and managed entity (ESOP), ACME Group’s ownership structure accentuates a culture and community of employee-owners who are dedicated to wearing multiple hats and honoring shared values – customer driven, positive, hardworking.

This newly defined CFO role will lead the effort to centralize ACME Group’s financial operations while working in close partnership with the CEO and leadership team to drive growth, efficiency and long-term value. Incorporated in 2019, ACME Group employs 500+ team members who deliver end-to-end solutions spanning industrial expansions, process buildouts, structural steel, concrete, tilt-wall construction, power generation, and more. Visit our family of companies online at www.ogdenbrothers.com, www.anvil-engineering.com, www.tntfab.com, and www.acmeconstructors.com.

YOUR ROLE AS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

• SERVE AS A TRUSTED FINANCIAL ADVISOR – Bring a forward-thinking, solution-oriented and owner’s mindset, serving as the CEO’s strategic and financial partner. Guide decision making on growth, investments, and enterprise strategy while aligning the growth of systems, processes and people across the accounting and finance function with ACME’s mission. Serve as a cross-functional partner, develop short- and long-term goals, participate in weekly strategic EOS-L10 meetings and ensure profitable and sustainable company growth.
• CENTRALIZE FINANCIAL FUNCTIONS + BUILD SCALABILITY – Design and execute the roadmap to centralize and standardize financial operations across all ACME entities. Implement systems and controls that drive efficiency, transparency, and scalability. Establish best practices in accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis. Experience with project and WIP accounting is strongly preferred.
• EMPOWER A HIGH-PERFORMING TEAM – Provide multi-site leadership for a direct and indirect team of 5-7+ accounting professionals in A/P, A/R, and payroll functions across various corporate entities. Foster a culture of owners that promotes engagement, customer service, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development. Coach and empower team to interact proactively with all internal and external stakeholders.
• DELIVER A FINANCIAL VISION FOR THE FUTURE – Collaborate with senior leadership to establish measurable KPIs and a consolidated financial dashboard to proactively communicate the financial position of ACME Group. Lead and support ESOP-related and investment conversations to maximize return and profitability for employee owners. Support the evaluation of strategic M&A opportunities through financial modeling and related due diligence in partnership with the leadership team and all external financial and legal advisors.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

• You excel in an entrepreneurial environment with a passion for employee-owned businesses. You enjoy being part of a closely-knit leadership team who is results-oriented and appreciates the challenge of scaling a small-to-middle market business. You consider yourself a financial strategist, yet you bring a hands-on, operational approach and you don’t mind working alongside colleagues in a tactical manner.
• You have gained 8-10+ years of progressive financial leadership, including a demonstrated record of success in growing people, products, processes, and organizational resources.
• Experience must include 5+ years team management experience and oversight for direct reports, including an ability to inspire and motivate, to manage conflict, and, to foster a healthy organizational culture through people-centric leadership, change management and customer-centric collaboration.
• You bring a broad base of functional accounting, finance, and business experience, including strategic planning, financial reporting, financial analysis and modeling know-how. Familiarity and/or prior experience in the construction industry is a plus yet not required.
• You offer experience supporting organizational growth and have been exposed to M&A activity, including due diligence and post-merger integration of accounting and finance functions.
• Prior ESOP familiarity a plus yet is not required.
• You are well-versed in proactively communicating in a transparent manner with internal and external stakeholders. You confidently interact at all levels and react with diplomacy and tact. You bring experience communicating a vision and a road map with patience and clarity to a wide base of stakeholders, including union and nonunion colleagues.
• You are savvy with technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, various ERP systems and accounting systems. Four-year college degree required; CPA or CMA preferred, MBA or advanced degree a plus.

WHY JOIN US?

• BUILD + SCALE FOR THE FUTURE – We are excited about our next chapter of growth! Partner with leadership in the development and implementation of actionable recommendations on finance, operations and future M&A opportunities to ensure best practices and continuous improvement for sustainable growth.
• ENJOY AN EMPLOYEE-OWNED CULTURE – As 100% employee owned and managed entities, our culture is one of deep community and collaboration. You’ll find an invested team who is willing to go the extra mile for clients. As employee-owners, we take our responsibilities seriously as we share in overall performance, profits and success.
• COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE – ACME Group offers a competitive base salary, along with an annual bonus and ESOP contribution. Comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; PTO; paid holidays; employee assistance program; company stock; and a matching 401k plan.

LOCATION & TRAVEL

Preference exists for this position to be based at headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Alternate location includes onsite at ACME’s OBC company location in Fort Myers, Florida, with regular travel to St. Louis, Missouri. Both locations require daily on-site presence. Relocation assistance provided to St. Louis and is desired upon hire. Travel estimated at 15% for business needs, customer meetings, and growth initiatives tied to strategic goals.

READY TO APPLY?

Take the next step and share your resume with Occhio Search. Visit www.occhiosearch.com or contact either sarah@occhiosearch.com or angie@occhiosearch.com to apply. All resumes, referrals and general inquiries will be held strictly confidential. ACME Group asks that all questions, referrals, and applications be directed to its retained search consultant at Occhio Search. No direct inquiries with ACME Group, please.

 ACME Group Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome differences in form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply and we look forward to hearing from you!

Cambridge Controller

Seeking a Controller for a people-centric manufacturer to support growth and
scaling of multi-site operations, while committed to a mission of enriching every life they touch!

ABOUT CAMBRIDGE AIR SOLUTIONS

Across 60 years as a U.S. based manufacturer and family-owned business, Cambridge Air Solutions (“CAS”) has successfully installed over 41,000 HVAC systems and remains committed to saving energy and operating costs by creating better indoor environments through improved indoor air quality in manufacturing and warehousing facilities. Cambridge’s design, manufacturing, and testing processes ensure that each HVAC system is certified safe with unsurpassed product quality. For more info about Cambridge Air Solutions and our mission to enrich every life we touch, check us out online at www.cambridgeair.com.

Cambridge is excited to announce its search for a Controller who thrives on helping to bring the next chapter of an organization’s vision to life. Reporting to Cambridge’s CFO, our Controller will serve as a senior leader on the accounting team, driving process improvement and operational excellence and motivating a small yet mighty team of accounting professionals to support company growth and a client-centric mission. 

YOUR MISSION AS CONTROLLER

• LEAD A HIGH-PERFORMING ACCOUNTING TEAM – Lead and align a talented team of 2-3+ accounting professionals. Create a collaborative culture that promotes teamwork, accuracy, timeliness, accountability, continuous improvement, and client-centric service. Coach and empower team members to effectively support all departments and CAS customers. In addition, manage and develop strong external relationships with all third-party banking, insurance, and audit partners.
• SUPPORT ANNUAL BUDGET PROCESS & LEAD MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTING – Coordinate the development of the annual budget and monitor monthly performance. Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements. Provide oversight for accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and tax reporting. Oversee bank account reconciliations and manage cash flow with accuracy and precision. Generate and review monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to gauge progress toward strategic initiatives. Provide financial analysis and reporting as needed.
• LEAN ACCOUNTING, INVENTORY & OPERATIONS SUPPORT – Partner with operations to develop and maintain simple, transparent, and decision-useful inventory and product flow reporting. Support inventory management by ensuring accuracy in tracking, valuation, and visibility, while helping reduce waste and improve flow. Apply lean accounting principles to provide timely, actionable insights for operations and leadership, enabling better decision making rather than complex cost allocations. Build strong cross-functional partnerships with operations to drive continuous improvement and sustainable business performance.
• DRIVE BEST PRACTICES & SPEARHEAD PROCESS IMPROVEMENT– Identify and implement best practices in accounting management and share external perspective to lead process improvements. Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing all internal controls and financial policies and procedures.

 IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

• You excel in a mission-driven environment with a passion for growing, privately held, family-owned business.You enjoy being part of a leadership team who is willing to bring their “whole selves” to work. You understand the challenges of scaling entrepreneurial businesses, and you have a passion for driving operational excellence and continuous improvement in financial functions. 
• You have gained 4-8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including direct or indirect team leadership.Experience in public accounting or manufacturing or related industries a plus.
• Your experience includes strong technical competencies across all relevant software and platforms.You are proficient in Microsoft Applications and have solid experience with ERP systems. Familiarity with Epicor ERP a plus.
• You bring a broad base of accounting leadership experience including financial reporting and analysis, maintaining budgets, and capital planning.
• You are well-versed in proactively communicating in a transparent manner with internal and external stakeholders. You confidently interact at all levels and react with diplomacy and tact.
• You are willing to serve as a hands-on leader with the ability and desire to flex between strategic and tactical priorities. Project management skills a plus.
• Your education includes a 4-year college degree.Advanced degree and/or CPA a plus yet not required.

WHY JOIN US?

• WE ARE BUILDING THE FUTURE FOR CAMBRIDGE – Tied to a larger 10-year growth plan, Cambridge is laser-focused on disrupting the HVAC industry and creating the industry’s most proactive and interactive model for customer success and product support. In close partnership with our leadership, our Controller will support strategic financial and operational decisions during a period of growth to make our vision a reality.
• CORE VALUES GUIDE & ALIGN US – Guided by a unique culture of unconditional love and high expectations, every team member is asked to bring their whole self to work. We are committed to helping one another grow internally – we value our colleagues; we value each employee’s input and ideas; we value personal, professional, and spiritual development; and we learn from one another to achieve business goals as well as a greater good.
• COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE – Cambridge Air Solutions offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; PTO; generous paid holidays; company-wide profit-based bonus; employee assistance program; and a matching 401k plan.

LOCATION & TRAVEL

This position is based at our headquarters in Chesterfield, Missouri, and does require an on-site presence with professional flexibility. Relocation assistance can be provided; relocation is desired upon hire. Travel will be limited (0-10%) and will include opportunities for professional development.

READY TO APPLY?

Take the next step and share your resume with Occhio Search – visit www.occhiosearch.com. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we’ve outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Cambridge Air Solutions, we encourage you to apply!

For questions and or to make a candidate referral, contact sarah@occhiosearch.com or angie@occhiosearch.com. All inquiries will be held strictly confidential. Cambridge Air Solutions asks that all questions, referrals, and applications be directed to its retained search consultant at Occhio Search. No direct inquiries with Cambridge, please. 

Cambridge Air Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome differences in form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. All applicants who share this goal encouraged to apply-we look forward to hearing from you!

ACME- Sr. Project Manager (STL)

Come join a community of empowered owners (ESOP) while overseeing a growing pipeline of industrial, manufacturing, and food & beverage projects across the St. Louis region and the Midwest!

ABOUT ACME CONSTRUCTORS

Since 1947, ACME Constructors (“ACME”) has provided self-performing, high-quality industrial solutions to Fortune 500 and privately held companies across a wide array of automotive, manufacturing, chemical, and other industries.

With three locations across Missouri (St. Louis, Columbia, Cape Girardeau), ACME proudly manages 700+ projects per year, ranging up to $30M in size and made possible through the partnership of 200+ highly skilled union team members. ACME’s client-focused approach includes an unending dedication to safety, superior project management, one of a kind self-perform construction, and a commitment to retain the best skilled craftspeople in the industry.

As a 100% employee-owned and managed entity (ESOP), ACME’s ownership structure fosters a deep sense of community, promotes and rewards collaboration, and reflects the core values upon which ACME’s success is based. ACME’s employees represent a family of customer-driven, positive, and hardworking individuals who work tirelessly to support successful project outcomes and embrace an entrepreneurial spirit to achieve company profitability.

Visit us online and watch us work at www.acmeconstructors.com

YOUR ROLE AS SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Reporting to ACME’s Project Director, you will serve as a key project leader within ACME’s overall organization and join a close-knit team committed to client success and construction project excellence.

COME “WOW” OUR CLIENT BASE [Client Service] – Within the DNA of every senior leader at ACME is a client-centric mentality, explaining our high level of repeat client requests. Navigating project challenges and resolving issues in a productive and positive manner to ensure ongoing value and project success is expected. You will lead weekly project progress meetings to address safety, scheduling, material availability, submittals, changes and delays, legal and risk management issues. You will review monthly project reports, approve vendor invoices and timesheets, and maintain all labor and material data for project control and analysis.

ENJOY A WIDE BASE OF MARKETS & PROJECTS [Project Diversity + Estimation/Management] – ACME is uniquely positioned to support full design projects, equipment installation and steel erection across the automotive, bulk handling, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, power, industrial and chemical markets. You will make critical decisions regarding project cost, scope, quality, safety, and scheduling. You will ensure adherence to schedule and budget, communicate proactively, and visit client job sites to ensure project compliance, safety, and staffing.

MAKE A LOCAL COMMUNITY IMPACT [Culture + Collaboration] – ACME’s impact doesn’t end with project completion. We value the communities in which we work and live. From providing tornado support in the St. Louis region to individual charitable match gifts, our employee owners are motivated to make a difference. ACME’s investment in field employees, safety, technology, equipment, and training opportunities enable our team members to give their best to clients and communities.

GROW WITH US [Relationship Development + Market Growth] – ACME’s success is your success. As a face and voice of ACME in the local region, you will be on the front lines of client relationships with an ability to expand ACME’s impact and market growth. Representing ACME in an ethical and professional manner, you will build deep trusted client relationships that attract repeat project requests and engage with a wide base of regional stakeholders that help expand ACME’s regional market and referral base.

WHY JOIN ACME?

• JOIN A COMMUNITY OF EMPLOYEE OWNERS – As an employee-owned company, we foster a “team first” mentality. When employees have a stake in the company’s performance and profits, they are motivated to go above and beyond for the company and its clients. ACME employees feel an increased sense of responsibility and accountability, they are fully invested and committed to the company’s ongoing success.
• FIND CORE VALUES THAT MEAN SOMETHING – ACME is driven by a strong set of core values that looks beyond the short-term bottom line. ACME values curiosity and openness, respect and collaboration, dedication to excellence, and, most importantly, permission to take ownership and to do the right thing for clients and customers in all instances!
• IMPACT YOUR COMMUNITY/EXPLORE DIVERSE PROJECTS – ACME offers a wide variety of clients and a diverse set of project types. As a vertically integrated organization, Anvil Engineering leads with design, TNT Fabrication produces the materials and ACME Constructors brings it to life.
• COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS – ACME offers a competitive base salary and annual bonus tied to individual and company goals. Every employee participates in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). ACME also offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits; paid time off plus holidays; vehicle and cell phone allowance; a matching 401k plan, and charitable gift matching.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?

• You have an entrepreneurial spirit – You enjoy putting innovation to work and finding creative and cost-effective solutions for clients. You think holistically about projects and have an ability to flex between strategic and tactical priorities. You are forward thinking and up to date on current technology and changes in the industry.
• You bring strong project & people management experience – You bring 5-10+ years of progressive experience in project management on self-perform construction. You are well versed in the complexities of estimation, preconstruction, project planning and operational execution for $5-10M projects. You have a progressive and innovative attitude towards people, safety, and compliance and proactively assume responsibility for project results.
• You love building trusted relationships – You build trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. You have an ability to connect with people at all levels and believe each team member makes a difference. You bring a genuine, solutions-based approach to client service and issue resolution that aligns with ACME’s company values. You communicate transparently with frequency and clarity.
• You have a four year degree or related field experience in industrial construction project management.
• You bring strong technology skills, including proficiency in project management software platforms and ERP systems. Experience with Procore a plus!

READY TO APPLY?

To apply, take the next step and share your resume with our retained search consultants at Occhio Search & Recruitment – visit www.occhiosearch.com. All inquiries, resumes and referrals shared are held in strict confidence. For questions and more information, contact angie@occhiosearch.com or sarah@occhiosearch.com.

ACME is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome differences in form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply-we look forward to hearing from you!

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