Finance Operations Director for Growth & Forecasting

CEC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC is seeking a Director of Finance Operations to oversee financial operations, drive accurate reporting, and lead budgeting and forecasting in a fast‑paced environment. This hands‑on leader will standardize practices, enhance forecasting, and build scalable financial systems to support CEC’s growth while collaborating with executives and business units.

The role requires analytical thinking, process orientation, and the ability to mentor the finance team, delivering actionable insights and

Qualifications

• 7+ years in finance or accounting with project-based exposure.
• Proven track record in financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Excel and ERP systems proficiency.
• Strong analytical and cross-functional leadership.
• Ability to standardize financial practices and implement scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly financial close and ensure accurate reporting across units.
• Develop standardized financial reporting processes for consistency.
• Build and maintain annual revenue budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Provide financial analysis on margins, labor costs, and profitability.
• Improve financial workflows and process efficiencies across operations.
• Ensure data integrity in collaboration with support functions.
• Prepare executive variance analyses and financial trends.
• Support and optimize financial systems for scalability.
• Monitor internal controls and financial policies.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs for real-time insights.
• Mentor operational finance team members for high performance.

Skills

Finance Leadership

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial Reporting

Financial Analysis

ERP Systems

Excel Proficiency

Cross-functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

MBA preferred

Tools

Paycom

ERP systems

Job description

CEC is seeking a Director of Finance Operations to oversee financial operations, drive accurate reporting, and lead budgeting and forecasting in a fast‑paced environment. This hands‑on leader will standardize practices, enhance forecasting, and build scalable financial systems to support CEC’s growth while collaborating with executives and business units.

The role requires analytical thinking, process orientation, and the ability to mentor the finance team, delivering actionable insights and