We're looking for a dynamic Director of Finance to join our team and play a key role in shaping our financial future! As the Director of Finance, you will oversee the financial planning, accounting operations and financial well-being of our company. Your responsibilities will include financial planning, budgeting, cash management, risk management, and ensuring overall financial health. You will provide key financial insights to drive business decisions and help scale the company.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead and run the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and financial planning. Analyze variances and trends, providing insights to ensure financial targets are met. Provide required reporting to parent company.
Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversee the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and dashboards. Present financial data and performance metrics to senior management, stakeholders and parent company.
Accounting: In accordance with US GAAP, oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations and month-end/year-end closing. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Strategic Finance: Contribute to the company's financial strategy. Provide financial guidance to the leadership team to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
Cash Flow Management: Manage the company's cash flow, including short and long-term cash forecasts. Maintain banking relationships. Optimize working capital and ensure sufficient liquidity for business operations.
Risk Management & Compliance: Identify financial risks, make recommendations to leadership team and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with US Government requirements, legal requirements, tax regulations, and internal controls. Oversee external audits and tax filings.
Cost Control & Efficiency: Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability. Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions, investments, and cost optimization.
Systems & Process Improvement: Implement and improve financial systems, tools, and processes to drive efficiency and accuracy. Manage best practices for financial operations.
Required:
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, A Master's degree (MBA) or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA) is strongly preferred
Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive financial experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or director-level role
Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
Experience with project cost accounting and time-keeping systems
Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Demonstrated experience in strategic financial planning and risk management
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Proven ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a small business environment
High attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects
Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and managing finance teams
Desired:
Aerospace Industry-specific financial expertise
Experience with mitigated foreign company reporting
Financial modeling and investment analysis
Experience with large ERP systems and financial software implementation
Familiarity with small business tax requirements and compliance