Director of Finance

Taylor Hodson Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic staffing firm is seeking a Director of Financial Operations to lead and optimize financial functions. This role involves overseeing financial management activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and driving strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience and a relevant degree, along with strong leadership and treasury management skills. If you are ready to shape the financial future of a forward-thinking organization, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in financial operations.
• Strong knowledge of treasury management practices.
• Demonstrated leadership in strategic planning and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of financial strategies.
• Oversee preparation of complex financial statements.
• Implement internal controls to mitigate financial risks.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial report writing

Leadership in financial operations

Education

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

Tools

Advanced financial software

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Financial Operations to lead and optimize our organization’s financial functions. In this pivotal role, you will oversee comprehensive financial management activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment across all financial processes. Your leadership will drive fiscal discipline, enhance financial reporting integrity, and support sustainable growth initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the financial future of a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence and innovation.

Duties

• Lead the development and execution of robust financial strategies aligned with organizational goals, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Oversee the preparation and interpretation of complex financial statements
• Manage core accounting functions such as general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, cost accounting, and balance sheet reconciliation to maintain precise financial records.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate risks related to financial reporting, fraud, and operational inefficiencies.
• Direct treasury management activities including cash flow analysis, investment management, risk analysis, and regulatory reporting to optimize liquidity and financial health.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments related to financial operations
• Utilize advanced financial software tools for accurate account analysis, account reconciliation, financial report writing, and interpretation of complex financial data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in financial operations
• Strong knowledge of treasury management practices including cash flow analysis, investment management, and risk assessment techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis with a focus on cost management and profit & loss oversight.
• Proficiency in financial software systems along with expertise in balance sheet reconciliation, general ledger accounting, accounts payable/receivable processing, and bookkeeping systems.
• Excellent skills in financial report writing and interpretation to communicate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.