Director of Finance

Jobot; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Lenexa, KS seeks a Director of Finance to provide financial leadership, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, monthly reporting, and asset management. You will supervise the finance department and partner with executives to drive growth and efficiency.

Requires a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting, MBA preferred, 5+ years in senior financial management, GAAP expertise, strong leadership, and excellent communication. CPA/CMA desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a senior financial managerial position, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting.
• Proven leadership and ability to develop a high-performing finance team.
• CPA or CMA certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and manage the finance department, ensuring adherence to policies.
• Develop and implement strategic financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to drive growth.
• Oversee cash flow planning and ensure funds availability as needed.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to senior management and board.
• Lead annual budget process, including income statement and forecasts.
• Manage fixed assets tracking and depreciation systems.
• Conduct profitability, liquidity, solvency, and efficiency analyses.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with standards and laws.
• Collaborate with other departments on cost reduction and process improvements.
• Participate in senior management policy development.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Financial software

Integrity and dependability

CPA/CMA desirable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

MBA or related advanced degree

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Details:

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Finance for our client. This role is integral to our organization, providing financial leadership and strategic direction. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial aspects of the company, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, monthly reporting, annual budget preparation, income statements, and fixed assets management. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about driving growth and efficiency.

Why join us?

This Director of Finance will lead strategic growth across dynamic business units - overseeing top-tier analysts, driving budgets and forecasts, and shaping operational KPIs - with strong compensation package and a seat at the leadership table.

Responsibilities:

• 1. Lead, supervise, and manage the finance department, ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• 2. Develop and implement strategic financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to support the company's growth objectives.
• 3. Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed.
• 4. Prepare and present accurate and timely monthly financial reports to senior management and board members.
• 5. Develop and manage the annual budget process, including the preparation of the annual budget, income statement, and other financial forecasts.
• 6. Implement and manage systems for the tracking and management of fixed assets.
• 7. Conduct financial analysis, including profitability, liquidity, solvency, and efficiency ratios to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement.
• 8. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards.
• 9. Collaborate with other department heads to strategize on cost reduction and process improvements.
• 10. Participate in corporate policy development as a member of the senior management team.

Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. An MBA or related advanced degree is preferred.
• 2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior financial managerial position, preferably in the manufacturing industry.
• 3. Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, monthly reporting, annual budget preparation, income statements, and fixed assets management.
• 4. Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting.
• 5. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing finance team.
• 6. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• 7. Strong analytical and strategic planning skills with a focus on results.
• 8. Proficient in the use of financial management software and advanced Excel skills.
• 9. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
• 10. Professional accreditation such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is highly desirable.

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