Director of Finance - The Planet Group
Boston, MA 02210
About the Job
Job Description
Director of Finance
Responsibilities
- Lead the FP&A function, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Develop and refine financial models and projections to enhance business planning and provide clear insights into revenue streams and expenditure.
- Collaborate with department heads (R&D, Commercial, Operations) to formulate the company’s fiscal strategy, refine budgeting and resource allocation across projects.
- Oversee the preparation and finalization of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and present financial matters to the board of directors.
- Support the CEO on fundraising activities and investor relationships. This will require close collaboration with the CEO including pitching potential investors.
- Manage external accountants and auditors and ensure compliance with accounting and finance regulations.
- Implemented policies and procedures for effective control of financial operations including strategic planning, capital budgets, operating budgets & cash flow projections.
- Supervise AR, AP, payroll, and fixed asset activities as well as oversee the accounting for equity awards.
- Responsible for cost accounting to support the company's manufacturing activities
- Oversee tax, statutory and legal entity requirements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, with a focus on FP&A and strategic planning.
- Proven track record of leading financial strategy and analysis in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Ideally at a company with capital equipment and consumable sales.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting process and data analysis tools.
- Experience with ERP systems & accounting software.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Experience in developing internal controls and driving implementation of policies and procedures.
- Experience in start-ups or dynamic high-growth companies is a bonus.
- Experience building & supervising a team is a bonus
Source : The Planet Group