Director of Finance

Role Overview

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial records and maintain strong financial discipline across the organization.
• Establish and maintain internal financial controls and policies appropriate for the company’s stage of growth.
• Own P&L management, analyzing financial performance and identifying the key drivers behind financial results.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify differences between forecasted and actual performance and provide insights into underlying causes.
• Lead the budgeting and annual planning process in collaboration with department leaders.
• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts and manage liquidity to ensure the company maintains clear visibility into its financial position.
• Monitor financial trends and proactively flag risks or opportunities before they impact operations.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports that are clear, accurate, and actionable for leadership.
• Translate financial data into insights that support business decision-making.
• Manage relationships with banks, credit facilities, and financial partners.
• Oversee vendor payment terms and financial obligations.
• Coordinate tax preparation and compliance with external CPA firms and advisors.
• Continuously assess opportunities to improve financial processes, systems, and reporting capabilities.
• Identify where the finance function needs to grow and help build the foundation for future team expansion.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations
• Demonstrated experience owning P&L reporting and cash flow management, not just supporting these functions.
• Strong ability to analyze financial data and translate insights into business recommendations.
• Experience working both strategically and at the operational/detail level in a hands-on environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience with Xero accounting software or similar financial systems.
• Proven track record of improving financial processes and operational efficiency.
• Ability to work effectively in a lean, fast-growing organization with evolving processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple financial priorities simultaneously.
• Low ego, high ownership mindset with the ability to lead through execution.
• Experience working in companies within the $50M–$200M revenue range or similar growth-stage organizations.
• Experience building or scaling financial processes in high-growth or entrepreneurial environments.