Director of Finance

About the role

We are partnering with a well-established organization seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead and strengthen its finance and accounting operations. This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for financial reporting, cash flow management, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and developing a high-performing finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close
• Prepare and review accurate financial statements and reports for executive leadership
• Manage daily cash flow, treasury functions, banking relationships, and rolling cash flow forecasts
• Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and business performance analyses
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial reporting processes
• Identify financial risks and implement practical process improvements
• Coordinate tax filings, financial audits, and regulatory compliance
• Develop financial models, dashboards, KPIs, and executive reporting
• Partner with leadership to support strategic planning and business decisions
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team while fostering accountability and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, and 5+ years of leadership experience managing finance or accounting teams. Strong background in financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, internal controls, and financial analysis is necessary.

Preferred: CPA, CMA, or similar professional certification, Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, and experience with CargoWise, QuickBooks, or similar accounting systems.

Skills

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong integrity and sound business judgment, a hands-on, solutions-focused approach, excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, the ability to build structure, improve processes, and drive accountability, and strong collaboration and communication across all levels of the organization.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement benefits, and additional company-sponsored programs.

Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $140,000 annually, depending on experience.

Schedule

This is an on-site position located in Charlottesville, VA.