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DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Los Angeles -- Onsite

Our client, a xxxxxx, is seeking a hands-on Director of Finance to run day-to-day company financial operations and plan the financial strategy. The individual in this role must be well-versed in all financial management aspects, from accounting to financial planning and investor relations. The ideal candidate must be capable of managing all related activities as the Head of the Finance and Accounting team. The right candidate will thrive on being hands-on and overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

This function reports to the Chief Operation Officer.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other executive team members to develop and execute the company's overall strategy
• Prepare reliable cadence reporting for actuals, budget and forecasting
• Organize and manage Finance Audit processes
• Manage the finance and accounting team, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Drive the company’s financial planning process
• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's growth and long-term business objectives
• Establish and manage financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Manage the company's cash flow and treasury functions, including banking relationships and cash management strategies
• Lead the preparation of financial statements and other reports for senior management and external stakeholders
• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements
• Assume full ownership of high-level profit and loss, as well as departmental-specific profit and loss
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, operational efficiency, and process improvement
• Facilitate effective comprehension of performance, allowing for decision support to enhance financial and operational outcomes, by ensuring timely and insightful financial reporting and analysis utilizing agreed-upon KPIs
• Oversee all aspects of the company's financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Develop and maintain effective supply inventory tracking system
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax laws, and other regulatory requirements
• Lead financial planning and analysis, forecasting, and budgeting processes to drive growth and profitability
• Identify and manage financial risks and opportunities, including investment and financing decisions
• Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices, and provide thought leadership on financial strategy and operations

Qualifications

• Experience developing financial and operational systems that improve business analysis and comprehension, and provide efficient decision support
• Experience managing a finance and accounting team, with a focus on talent development and team building
• Experience within multi-sites businesses and/or international exposure is preferred
• Ability to think strategically and analytically, and to provide thought leadership on financial strategy and operations
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a management role
• Excellent understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and provide insights to senior management
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and other regulatory requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; advanced degree (MBA or CPA) preferred
• Proven track record of developing and implementing financial strategies that support business growth