Visionary Leader of Financial Innovation

The Director of Finance is a strategic and operational leader who will drive the finance function forward, delivering accurate and insightful financial reports that inform key business decisions. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and business acumen.

As a critical member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing scalable financial systems, streamlining processes, and driving cost savings initiatives. Your expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting will enable you to make informed decisions that support the company's growth and profitability.

Primary Objectives:

• Deliver Accurate Financial Reporting: Own and execute a standardized monthly close process to deliver accurate financial statements by the 20th calendar day of the following month.
• Maintain Cash Flow Strategy: Manage a weekly-updated, 12-month rolling cash forecast to ensure liquidity and financial stability.
• Lead Forecasting and Budgeting: Plan and lead the annual budgeting and forecasting cycle, align department budgets with growth targets, and finalize all plans by December 1.
• Build Scalable Financial Systems: Document core finance workflows and implement streamlined systems for expense approvals, reimbursements, travel booking, and company card usage.

Regular Work Activities:

• Accounts Receivable and Payable Management: Ensure accurate invoicing, collections, and payments to maintain cash flow.
• Cash Management Operations: Monitor daily cash positions, maintain liquidity, and oversee use of credit float strategies.
• Compliance and Audit Readiness: Ensure GAAP compliance, manage internal controls, and lead external audit preparation.
• Payroll and Benefits Administration: Oversee payroll and reimbursements for accuracy, timeliness, and legal compliance.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure accurate and timely sales tax filings and payroll tax submissions.
• Systems and Software Management: Optimize financial tools to streamline workflows and reduce manual work.
• Inventory and COGS Management: Reconcile inventory regularly and validate COGS entries in partnership with operations.
• Strategic Insights and Decision Support: Provide financial analysis to support key business decisions and capital planning.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with teams across the business to assess financial impact and support growth initiatives.
• Financial Dashboard & KPI Maintenance: Maintain dashboards and scorecards to ensure clear visibility into performance.
• Team Development and Delegation: Identify opportunities to delegate transactional tasks and support the development of future finance capabilities as the department grows.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Exceptional Attention to Detail: Demonstrates attention to detail, ensuring all financial data and reporting is accurate and reliable.
• GAAP Knowledge: Maintains understanding of GAAP, tax regulations, and audit standards to ensure full compliance and risk mitigation.
• Analytical Expertise: Utilizes advanced analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Process Optimization: Proactively identifies opportunities to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and implement scalable financial systems.
• Strategic Focus: Aligns financial planning and reporting with the organization's strategic goals, enabling data-driven decision-making and long-term success.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Inspires, mentors, and leads teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Communication Excellence: Communicates complex financial concepts clearly and effectively to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments, quickly adjusting to new challenges and evolving business needs while maintaining a high level of performance.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Remote-first work environment
• Flexible working hours (with core availability window)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Access to courses, trainings, or a learning budget
• Access to company products
• Regular Interaction with CEO
• Established Company doing business for 10+ years
• Personal Development
• Autonomy of time and schedule