Director, Commercial Finance

The Director of Commercial Finance is a key financial leader responsible for providing strategic financial guidance, performance analysis, and operational support to a designated business unit. This role collaborates closely with Sales and Operational Leaders to maximize profitability, execute strategic initiatives, deliver precise forecasting, and effectively allocate resources to drive growth and enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic financial advisor to the Regional President and operational leaders, providing guidance on financial matters, business risks, and opportunities.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate capital investments and resource allocations to maximize return on investment.
• Institute pricing strategies, manage cost inputs, and analyze the profitability of customers, products, and services for continuous optimization of profits.
• Lead the development and execution of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans for the regional business unit.
• Monitor key financial performance indicators (KPIs), providing variance analysis and actionable insights to regional leadership.
• Partner with business leaders to drive revenue growth while optimizing costs to improve profitability.
• Integrate macro-economic and industry indicators into the forecast process to drive a proactive approach to market variability.
• Collaborate with regional teams to ensure financial discipline and alignment with corporate financial goals.
• Drive operational efficiency initiatives, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating financial risks within the business unit.
• Partner with HR, operations, and sales teams to align financial goals with business objectives.
• Support M&A activities, business integrations, and financial due diligence when applicable.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to the broader finance team members.
• Lead and develop projects that advance the entire finance organization.
• Oversee month-end close activities in coordination with the centralized accounting team to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the business unit's P&Ls.
• Coordinate forecasting and budgeting processes with corporate FP&A to align with overall company goals.
• Assist in cash flow generation by driving improvements within the business unit’s control for DOH, DSO, and DPO.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 8-10+ years of experience in finance or a combination of finance/operations roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Private equity experience a plus.
• Proficient in financial analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Adept use of Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI to extrapolate data and create meaningful reports for end users.
• Experience in the relevant industry or sector is often preferred but not required.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with others in the organization.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent managerial and leadership skills; able to develop and motivate others.
• Inspire and hold direct reports accountable to reach objectives.
• High level of organizational skills, time management skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• High level of accountability for quality of work and decision-making.
• Attitude toward continuous improvement of the business and the department.
• Strong business acumen and customer service skills.
• High aptitude for flexibility and comfort with change.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work performed in an office environment.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and operate standard office equipment.
• Must pass work eligibility requirements.

Pay

$160,000–$175,000 plus benefits.