Director of Finance And Accounting

StevenDouglas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

StevenDouglas is seeking a Director of Finance and Accounting in Austin, TX, to own financial operations across multiple entities and support strategic growth. This hands-on leadership role balances complex reporting with day-to-day processes to ensure continuity when coverage is needed.

The candidate will oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, consolidations, and internal controls while mentoring the accounting team and partnering with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate qualification is required.
• 7–8 years of progressively responsible accounting or financial management experience, preferably in private credit or private equity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities tailored to specialty finance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder management.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee the production of accurate financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annually).
• Ensure GAAP compliance, tax regulations, and industry standards for private credit and private equity.
• Manage financial consolidations and intercompany reporting for multiple entities.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, long-term forecasts, and scenario planning models.
• Build advanced financial models for fund performance, cash flow projections, and valuation analysis.
• Provide actionable insights and financial recommendations to senior leadership.
• Manage cash flow to ensure operational liquidity.
• Lead treasury functions and banking relationships.
• Implement robust internal controls and coordinate external audits.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

QuickBooks

Gusto Payroll

Excel

Job description

StevenDouglas is retained on a unique Director of Finance and Accounting career opportunity in Austin, Texas. This is a \"working\" Director of Finance and Accounting role.

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting and Finance professional to join a dynamic team and play a critical role in supporting firm-wide financial operations and strategic growth. This role takes ownership of financial operations across multiple affiliated entities and offers opportunities for long-term growth. As a lean and collaborative organization, we operate with a high level of trust and shared responsibility. This role is expected to balance complex reporting and analysis with hands-on support of day-to-day processes to ensure continuity when coverage is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee the production of accurate financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annually)


• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry standards for private credit and private equity


• Manage financial consolidations and intercompany reporting for multiple entities


• Budgeting, Forecasting, & Financial Modeling:


• Develop and manage annual budgets, long-term forecasts, and scenario planning models


• Build advanced financial models for fund performance, cash flow projections, and valuation analysis


• Provide actionable insights and financial recommendations to senior leadership


• Cash Flow & Treasury Management:


• Manage cash flow to ensure operational liquidity


• Optimize working capital and lead treasury functions, including banking relationships


• Internal Controls & Audit:


• Implement robust internal control frameworks to safeguard company assets


• Coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with regulatory filings specific to private equity and private credit sectors


• Implement financial technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency


• Leverage advanced Excel skills for consolidations, automation, and complex financial modeling


• Manage QuickBooks and Gusto Payroll to streamline financial operations


• Supervise and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence


• Align team goals with organizational objectives and firm priorities

Qualifications

• Education & Certifications: CPA/ CPA candidate qualification is required


• Experience: Minimum of 7-8 years experience in progressively responsible accounting or financial management roles, preferably within private credit or private equity industries


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities tailored to specialty finance


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder management


• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment