Director of Finance

Union · Fort Bridger, WY · 3 mo ago

FinanceFull-time

About the Role

We are seeking a Director of Finance to lead our finance and accounting organization and serve as a strategic partner to the executive team. This role is ideal for a hands‑on, people‑focused finance leader who thrives in a capital‑intensive, highly regulated telecom environment and enjoys building strong teams while owning the numbers.

What You'll Do

Lead & Develop the Finance Organization

Create, lead, and maintain a high‑performing accounting and finance team
Coach, mentor, and develop team members while setting clear priorities and expectations
Establish scalable processes, structure, and accountability across the finance function
Foster a culture of accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning
Analyze complex revenue streams, including subscriptions, data services, infrastructure, prepaid/postpaid plans, and enterprise contracts
Deliver clear, actionable insights tied to key performance metrics

Strategic Decision Support

Partner with executives to guide major investment decisions, including network expansion and 5G/6G initiatives
Support mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships through financial evaluation and modeling
Translate financial data into clear recommendations for leadership and the Board

Cost Management & Margin Optimization

Monitor and manage operational costs, including network maintenance, spectrum licensing, fiber, satellite communications, and infrastructure
Drive efficiency initiatives and margin improvement across the business

Reporting, Compliance & Governance

Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP/IFRS
Oversee audits and maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FCC)
Strengthen internal controls and financial governance

Capital Allocation

Manage significant capital expenditures (CapEx), including towers, fiber networks, and equipment
Evaluate and optimize return on investment (ROI) for major capital projects

What You Bring

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required
CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred
8–15+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting
Prior experience in telecommunications, technology, or infrastructure‑heavy industries preferred
Proven experience leading and developing finance and accounting teams

Core Skills

Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
Deep understanding of telecom economics and pricing models
Experience tracking and analyzing KPIs such as ARPU, churn, CAC, and margin
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
Confident communicator capable of influencing senior leaders

Why This Role

This is a true leadership role with visibility, ownership, and influence. You'll help shape financial strategy, strengthen the accounting foundation, and build a finance organization that can scale alongside a growing telecom business.

Lisa Jones

HR Manager
307-747-4931
ljones@unionwireless.com