Finance Director
Full Time
Job Description
- Responsible for the planning and execution of the budgeting process, forecasting process, strategic planning process, and standard management reporting.
- Establishes overall departmental priorities and ensures that all deadlines are met.
- Assists Executive Management with setting direction for the business.
- Reviews input from staff and business leaders to assist with strategic planning process.
- Provides commentary and guidance to finance management and business leaders with respect to strategic initiatives.
- Works closely with Operations to support other initiatives in the business which could include but is not limited to: pricing, global reporting, strategic analytics with a focus on improving margins and identifying opportunities in the business for growth.
- Ensures complete knowledge of monthly results.
- Directs staff in preparation of results presentation to senior finance management.
- Assists in presentation of results to senior finance management and business leaders.
- Manages special projects and prepares presentations for senior management.
- Facilitates review and approval of capex projects in accordance with the company approval guidelines and capital request processes as well as acquisition earn-outs / deferred purchase payment obligations.
- Reviews submissions from the businesses and presents to executive management for approval.
- Assesses staffing levels and skill sets to evaluate department needs. Identifies and provides development opportunities for staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area.
- Approves subordinate's recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination.
- Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval.
- Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime.
- Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff.
- Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies.
- Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university in a business related field. Requires a minimum of eight years related experience to include at least three years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
- Public accounting experience preferred.
- CPA or MBA (graduate degree) preferred, but not required (depending on experience).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively with peers, business people and management.
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documents.
- Ability to effectively interact with management, employees, auditors, etc. and respond effectively to the most sensitive issues.
- Ability to write reports and manuals using distinctive style.
- Ability to motivate and work collaboratively with business partners, key employees, top management, and client groups on various projects.
- Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
- Reviews complex financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates.
- Ability to analyze the most complex business/financial data and develop innovative solutions.
- Develops and implements financial policies and procedures.
- Approves and oversees department budget.
- Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.
- Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment.
- Ability to problem-solve, both independently and working as a team.
- Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
- Strong computer skills, including specific knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Knowledge of real estate service industry and terminology is helpful.
- Ability to handle and manage multiple projects and work streams.
- Strong work ethic and adaptable.
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