Finance Director — Strategy, Controls & Growth

DQS; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DQS seeks an experienced senior finance and administration leader to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and risk management at our Schaumburg operations. You will partner with the President, CEO, and senior management to steer strategic planning and financial discipline.

Responsibilities include managing cash flow, external relationships (bankers, auditors, lawyers), tax strategies, and IT/ facilities oversight.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in finance or accounting; CPA/CA or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years in senior finance/administration management in a service industry.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with Dynamics AX/CRM preferred.
• Strong communication, written and verbal; ability to lead at all levels.
• Excellent decision-making and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, produce, and review financial information ensuring accuracy, timeliness, interpretation, and presentation of reports.
• Provide financial advice and support to President, CEO and senior management.
• Assist in annual Business Plan, Strategy, budgeting and cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for Board or management.
• Develop and maintain relationships with bankers, auditors, lawyers, and financial advisors.
• Lead internal controls development and ensure compliance with policies and governance.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting & forecasting

Cash flow management

Financial reporting

Strategic planning

Team management

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Finance or Accounting

CPA/CA or MBA preferred

Tools

MS Office

Dynamics AX

Dynamics CRM

Job description

DQS seeks an experienced senior finance and administration leader to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and risk management at our Schaumburg operations. You will partner with the President, CEO, and senior management to steer strategic planning and financial discipline.

Responsibilities include managing cash flow, external relationships (bankers, auditors, lawyers), tax strategies, and IT/ facilities oversight.