Director of Finance & Operations

ebs recruiters LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ebs recruiters LLC is seeking a Director of Finance & Operations in Saint Louis, MO. The role oversees the company’s finance, accounting, HR, and operational functions to ensure financial stability, regulatory compliance, and efficient people practices while supporting growth and long-term success.

The position reports to executive leadership and requires a strategic leader with experience in budgeting, controls, vendor management, and cross-department collaboration to optimize performance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is required.
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced credentials preferred.
• Significant experience in finance, accounting, operations, or organizational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience overseeing human resources, payroll, benefits administration, and vendor management.
• Proven leadership with the ability to coach, develop, and manage teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning activities.
• Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, tax filings, and internal controls.
• Prepare and present financial reports, analyses, and recommendations to leadership and boards.
• Manage banking relationships, investments, and financial risk management.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and applicable financial regulations.
• Align operations and HR with strategic goals and drive process improvements.
• Develop policies, procedures, and performance metrics across finance, operations, and administration.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Leadership/People management

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

Accounting software

Accounting systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Description

The Director of Finance & Operations is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the organization's finance, accounting, human resources, and operational functions. Reporting to executive leadership, this position ensures financial stability, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and effective people practices while supporting organizational growth and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Accounting

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning activities.
• Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, audits, tax filings, and internal controls.
• Prepare and present financial reports, analyses, and recommendations to executive leadership and governing boards.
• Manage banking relationships, investments, and financial risk management activities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable financial regulations.
• Evaluate financial performance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and profitability.

Operations & Human Resources

• Oversee payroll, employee benefits administration, compensation processes, and HR compliance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, employee development, and retention initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and improve employee policies, procedures, and operational processes.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, including payroll, benefits, accounting, IT, legal, and facilities partners.
• Oversee office operations, facilities, equipment, technology, and administrative functions.
• Supervise and develop operations staff while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

Strategic Leadership, Compliance, & Reporting

• Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, and operational improvements.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and performance metrics to support organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Support board and committee reporting, meeting preparation, and financial oversight activities.
• Manage contracts, vendor performance, and organizational compliance initiatives.
• Lead special projects and continuous improvement efforts across finance, operations, and administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent advanced credentials preferred.
• Significant experience in finance, accounting, operations, or organizational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience overseeing human resources, payroll, benefits administration, and vendor management.
• Strong understanding of accounting systems, financial software, and operational processes.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and manage teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and team-oriented workplace culture.