Senior Director of Finance - The Flatiron School : Job Details

At Flatiron School, we are passionate about transforming lives through education. Our mission is to guide career changers as they embark on a new journey in the tech industry. Our students come from all walks of life with the dream of finding a rewarding career in Software Engineering, Data Science, Product Design, and Cybersecurity.

Flatiron School is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Finance to lead our finance team and drive the financial strategy aligned with the organization's goals and working alongside the CEO, and other executive members. The Senior Director of Finance will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to the executive team. This role will involve directly liaising with the board of directors, equity partners, and lenders.

Responsibilities:

• Setting overall strategic vision aligned with the organization's goals and working alongside the CEO, and other executive members
• Liaising with lenders, the board, and other equity partners
• Facilitate scenario planning, partnership opportunities, and M&A strategies with the leadership team, board, and external equity partners and lenders.
• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and support in professional development for team members.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance against budget and forecast.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing controls as necessary.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity to support operational needs.
• Optimize cash management processes to enhance efficiency.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including auditors, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years experience in Finance
• 5+ years of management experience, overseeing and mentoring finance professionals.
• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Experience utilizing Netsuite preferred.
• Strong background in strategic planning and working closely with leadership.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial analysis.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Expected Compensation:

• $160-$180K

For Colorado Residents: Application Deadline: We expect this position to be filled by 10/1/2024