Finance Director — Lead Finance & Strategy (Dallas)

Southwest Airlines Federal Credit Union; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

Free vision insurance

Free life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Casual dress code

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southwest Airlines Federal Credit Union is seeking a Finance Director to lead the finance and accounting functions from our Dallas office near Love Field Airport. The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely insights to support strategic decisions.

You will oversee daily accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while partnering with leadership to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Experience managing teams or leading finance functions.
• Experience with accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• All qualified candidates must pass a credit and background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting processes including AP/AR, GL activity, month-end close.
• Manage account reconciliations for accuracy and variances.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and variance analysis.
• Prepare and deliver financial analysis and reports for executives.
• Ensure financial statements and internal reporting are timely and compliant.
• Develop and improve internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, revenue trends, and key metrics.
• Collaborate with department leaders on budgets and cost management.
• Coordinate with external auditors and banking partners as needed.
• Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Integrity

Process improvement

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Southwest Airlines Federal Credit Union is seeking a Finance Director to lead the finance and accounting functions from our Dallas office near Love Field Airport. The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely insights to support strategic decisions.

You will oversee daily accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while partnering with leadership to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.