Director of Finance - Englewood, United States - DirectDefense
Description
Directdefense is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Finance to lead our financial operations and strategic planning, ensuring alignment with company objectives and driving sustainable growth in a dynamic cybersecurity industry.' The Director of Finance plays a key role in developing, monitoring, and evaluating overall corporate strategy with the COO and executive team, with emphasis on bottom line performance, working capital, and enhancing shareholder value.
The Director of Finance must interact effectively with all parts of the company and be viewed as a trusted business advisor by all employees, not just the President and COO.
Critical outcomes include supporting the executive team with key financial information and operational analytics, and driving a culture of accountability in managing the business, adding value to operating businesses and voicing well-substantiated dissenting opinions, as appropriate.
The responsibilities include planning, operations, financial reporting, risk management and treasury.ResponsibilitiesPlanningAssist in formulating the company's strategic direction and supporting tactical initiativesMonitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plansDevelop financial and tax strategiesManage the capital request and budgeting processesDevelop performance measures that support the company's strategic directionOperationsParticipate in key decisions as a member of the executive management teamMaintain in-depth relations with all members of the management teamManage the accounting, payroll, tax, and treasury functionsManage any third parties to which functions have been outsourcedOversee the company's transaction processing systemsImplement operational best practicesFinancial ReportingOversee the issuance of financial informationReport financial results to the board of advis ors, and any future board of directors, as appropriateRisk ManagementUnderstand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profileConstruct and monitor reliable control systemsMaintain appropriate insurance coverageEnsure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirementsEnsure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agenciesReport risk issues to the board of advisors (and any future board of directors)
Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendationsTreasuryMonitor cash balances and cash forecastsArrange for debt and equity financing, as requiredMaintain banking relationshipsRequired QualificationsMinimum of 15 years progressive experience in accounting or finance positionsExcellent people skills, with experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic teamDemonstrated experience in financial management and accountingDemonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities, proposing new ways of creating efficiencies, and guiding investment in people and systemsProven effectiveness leading professionals in finance and accountingTechnologically savvy, with an ability to point to examples of new processes and systems that increased efficiency in a fast-moving environmentFlexible and a self-starter; able to multi-task while also being highly detail-orientedUnquestionable integrity and credibilityCertificationsCPA or CMA preferredEducation RequirementsBachelors degree in Accounting, or Finance, requiredMBA, preferredHow to Apply:
Please submit your resume outlining your qualifications for the position by clicking the 'Apply for this Job' at the bottom of the job description
Benefits include:
401(k)
AD&D InsuranceDental InsuranceDisability insuranceHealth insuranceLife insuranceVision insuranceFlex PTO programPaid certification and continuing educationWork schedule:
Monday through FridayWork hours: 40 hours a weekA little about DirectDefenseSince coming together in 2011 to form DirectDefense, our team has been committed to offering Cybersecurity defense strategies that are unmatched in the industry.
Whether we are performing assessments of networks, platforms, and applications or applying managed services to improve your organizations security posture, we are focused on providing world-class services that dont just workthey work for you.
OUR MISSIONWe establish partnerships with our clients based on trust and results.We leverage our deep industry knowledge and expertise to identify and remediate blind spots in your security program, provide meaningful visibility of your entire enterprise, and align your organization with security best practices and compliance standards.
OUR VISIONWe aim to secure organizations across all industries against advanced threats and attacks in todays world.Acting in partnership with organizations, we will provide unmatched information security services designed to improve your overall security posture, close gaps, and track vulnerabilities on an ongoing basis through continued education and support.
EEO CommitmentWere an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
Recruiting ends for this role on June 15th#J-18808-Ljbffr