Director of Finance And Accounting

Elevate Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Recruiting is seeking a hands-on Director of Finance and Accounting to lead the finance function for a well-established organization in Los Angeles. You will drive accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and a high-performing finance team while partnering with executive leadership and the Board.

You will oversee audits, treasury, systems implementations, and financial modeling to enable strategic planning and informed decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 3+ years in management.
• Strong background in financial reporting, audits, treasury, and operations.
• Experience with financial systems conversions or major process improvements.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities with insightful reporting.
• Ability to mentor Accounting Manager and lead the finance function.
• Excellent communication with executive leadership and the Board.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting activities for timeliness and accuracy.
• Manage annual audit process and maintain strong auditor relationships.
• Provide leadership of treasury, cash management, and daily operations.
• Lead systems conversions and process improvement initiatives.
• Develop financial models to support forecasting and planning.
• Present clear analyses and recommendations to executives and the Board.
• Mentor finance staff while maintaining accountability for the function.
• Drive continuous improvement in controls and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.

Skills

Financial leadership

People leadership

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Financial modeling

Audit & treasury oversight

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP/financial systems

Job description

Our client is seeking a hands-on Director of Finance and Accounting to lead the finance function for a well-established organization. This role is responsible for the integrity of financial reporting, the strength of internal controls, and the development of a high-performing finance team, while serving as a trusted partner to executive leadership and the Board.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Manage the annual audit process and maintain strong relationships with external auditors
• Provide leadership and oversight of treasury, cash management, and day-to-day financial operations
• Lead or support financial systems conversions, implementations, and process improvement initiatives
• Develop, enhance, and maintain financial models to support forecasting, decision-making, and strategic planning
• Prepare and present clear, insightful financial analyses and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board
• Mentor and develop the finance team while retaining overall accountability for the function
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, controls, and reporting
• Partner cross-functionally to support business objectives and provide financial guidance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including at least 3 years of managerial experience
• Strong accounting and financial reporting foundation with demonstrated experience overseeing audits, treasury, and financial operations
• Experience with financial systems conversions, implementations, or significant process improvements
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, including the ability to enhance existing models and deliver meaningful financial insights
• Proven people leader with the ability to mentor and develop an Accounting Manager while maintaining overall accountability for the finance function
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executive leadership and the Board
• Collaborative, thoughtful, and articulate leader with strong critical-thinking skills and the confidence to challenge ideas constructively
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP/financial systems