Director of Finance - Financial Planning & Analysis

Responsible for developing and maintaining Company’s annual budget; building and maintaining a financial forecasting model that will enable the group to prepare reasonably accurate projections of the company’s revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities and cash flow; preparing detailed variance analysis reports on a quarterly basis comparing actual financial results with the budget and current forecasts; preparing on a quarterly basis, for presentation to the board of directors and shareholders, management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations; identifying viable cost savings or revenue enhancing opportunities; and preparing pro-forma projections and net present value calculations analyzing the impact on the company’s reported financial results and shareholder value of various operating strategies, pricing decisions, changes to the company’s revenue recognition policies or the company’s business model, proposed acquisitions, investments or strategic alliances and capital spending.

Strategic Direction:
• Participate with VP of Finance in strategic financial direction of Company's organization.
• Align and perform all strategic initiatives in support of company mission and objectives.
• Develop and manage accounting/finance team strategic and tactical plans.
Financial Plans (Budgets, Forecasts, Contingencies, Long Range Planning):
• Manage the financial plan timeline and process with accounting and other departments.
• Analyze data and recommend adjustments based on identified opportunities.
• Coordinate communication of finance and senior management expectations.
• Present concise comprehensive financial plan as required.
Analysis (Financial, Budget, Business):
• Lead the development of financial models and cost databases to be used for analysis.
• Conduct special cost studies providing recommendations to management
• Present variance results in an easy to understand format and follow-up on actions on a monthly basis and as required.
• Provide timely and accurate recommendations which lead to improved decision making at all levels.
• Communicate well at all levels of the organization on financial impact of decision making.
• Identify key cost drivers within the organization.
Financial Measurements and Reporting:
• Identify proper measurement criteria/ratios with account unit management.
• Present financial results and measurements regularly to all levels of the organization.
• Communicate and negotiate formats and information requirements to/from accounting units.


• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience
• 4 year degree in business/accounting/finance
• 7+ years managing 5 or more finance personnel and budgeting/forecasting process, reporting
• 10+ years experience with budgeting, planning and analysis at a medium to large size corporation including reporting
• Previous experience interacting with and supporting senior executives
• Good public speaking and interpersonal skills
• High level of computer literacy
• Demonstrated leadership
• Previous experience interacting with and supporting senior executives
• Excellent coaching/team building skills
 CPA preferred
 MBA