Head of Finance

The Director of Finance & Accounting will oversee the organization’s finance and accounting functions across multiple locations and its Dealership Support Center. This executive-level position will provide leadership across day-to-day accounting operations while also serving as a strategic financial partner to the COO and broader leadership team. The successful candidate will bring a combination of strong technical accounting knowledge, financial planning expertise, and leadership ability. This individual will oversee the close process, general ledger, AP/AR, cash management, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, and ERP-related activities. The role will also focus on improving financial processes, strengthening controls, developing the accounting team, and turning financial data into actionable insights for the business. Worksite Location: This hybrid position is Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN. The team is on-site 3 days/week. Salary Range: $165k to $205k base salary plus annual bonus Benefits: Comprehensive benefit offerings to include medical, dental, vision, short-term/long-term disability, accident insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Roles & Responsibilities Provide overall leadership for the finance and accounting function, ensuring daily activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and on scheduleOversee the full accounting cycle, including month-end and year-end close, general ledger activity, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, banking, and commissionsBuild and maintain effective accounting procedures, controls, and accountability standards across the finance organizationDevelop and retain a high-performing finance and accounting team through coaching, career development, goal setting, and succession planningAct as a senior resource for complex accounting matters and provide direction when higher-level financial issues ariseHelp establish a consistent financial data framework that provides leadership with reliable and easily accessible informationEvaluate business and financial data requests and ensure the team delivers useful analysis, forecasting, and modeling to support decision-makingIdentify opportunities to streamline finance processes, leverage automation, and reduce manual effort while improving accuracyLead the annual budgeting process for the company’s franchises and Dealership Support CenterOversee rolling forecasts, financial models, and variance analysis to identify trends and potential business opportunities or risksPresent meaningful financial performance insights, trends, and key indicators to executive leadershipMaintain compliance with applicable financial reporting, regulatory, and tax requirements across the organizationProvide oversight of the external audit process, ensuring the finance team is prepared and responsive throughout the engagementEnsure appropriate sales and use tax processes are followed across all states in which the organization operatesMaintain strong internal controls and promote the accuracy and integrity of financial information throughout the organizationOversee financial ERP functionality, including general ledger configuration, reporting, controls, and data qualityCollaborate with technology leadership and other executives to optimize financial systems, ERP processes, and reporting capabilitiesParticipate in special projects and other strategic financial initiatives as business needs arise Required Skills & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be consideredMaster’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferredAt least 5 years of progressive experience across finance and accounting5+ years of experience managing and developing finance and/or accounting professionalsDemonstrated success overseeing accounting operations, including financial close, general ledger, AP/AR, and cash managementStrong background in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and financial performance analysisExperience working with external auditors and managing multi-state sales and use tax requirementsWorking knowledge of ERP platforms and financial/general ledger systemsAbility to operate effectively as a senior finance leader and partner with an executive leadership teamStrong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain financial results and recommendations to non-financial leadersSound judgment and strong problem-solving skills, with a high level of integrity and professionalismStrong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and deadlinesDemonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriatelyAbility to establish accountability, develop team members, and consistently deliver high-quality results About Versique Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions. Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections. We believe people are more than resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success. Versique is proud to be an award-winning company, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Let's find your people, together. Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.