The Director of Finance is responsible and accountable for managing the financial health by ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. This role drives financial operations to align with our culture, mission, values, and goals. The Director of Finance collaborates with other departments, such as Operations and Sales, to optimize financial performance and integrate strategic objectives. Through consistent oversight, strong financial controls, and data-driven insights, the Director of Finance supports our purpose by promoting sustainable growth, transparency, and financial integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure consistent and accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis.
Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes to support company goals and financial stability.
Manage financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
Implement and maintain strong internal controls to prevent errors and support regulatory compliance.
Monitor financial KPIs and metrics, updating leadership on performance relative to budget and goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial operations with strategic priorities.
Oversee compliance efforts to ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations and standards.
Identify and implement process improvements within financial operations to drive efficiency.
Participate in weekly leadership meetings and present relevant financial insights.
Provide mentorship to finance team members to foster development and accountability.
Deliver on KPI outcomes that align with financial and operational goals (monthly, quarterly, yearly).
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
Financial Acumen:
Demonstrates deep knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
Ensures financial data accuracy and identifies trends to inform leadership decisions.
Understands and evaluates the financial impact of operational decisions.
Results-Oriented:
Sets and achieves financial targets through disciplined budgeting and proactive planning.
Identifies financial trends and opportunities to drive cost efficiencies and growth.
Labels and measures success against personal and company financial goals.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
Analyzes complex financial data, interpreting results for actionable insights.
Identifies and mitigates financial risks through proactive planning and controls.
Delivers solutions to financial challenges that align with company objectives.
Time/Self-Management/Motivation:
Prioritizes tasks by importance, deadline, and alignment with strategic goals.
Balances multiple priorities, maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Responds to financial challenges with increased effort, showing persistence and adaptability.
Collaboration and Teamwork:
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support company-wide financial goals.
Demonstrates an open, approachable manner and respects the contributions of others.
Works constructively with other departments to resolve budgetary and financial issues.
Communication:
Communicates financial insights clearly, concisely, and logically, focusing on key points.
Ensures that others involved in projects are kept informed of financial status and deadlines.
Presents financial data in an articulate, easily understood manner for various audiences.
Compliance and Ethical Standards:
Upholds high ethical standards, promoting integrity in all financial processes.
Ensures adherence to regulatory and compliance standards within financial operations.
Proactively identifies potential compliance issues and addresses them effectively.