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VP/Director of Finance
- Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Burlingame, CA)
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Description
PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE DETAILS
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & OPERATIONS
170k-200k + 20% bonus
We are seeking a dynamic Finance Director to support an operating business unit with over 400mil in revenue. This position will act as the strategic finance partner to Operations leadership, enabling financial transparency, performance coaching, and operational accountability.
Responsibilities:
-Lead cross-functional initiatives that enhance forecasting accuracy, optimize resource allocation, and reduce operating costs
-Review the accuracy of P& L and, where applicable, balance sheet reporting in accordance with IFRS and internal controls
-Lead the development and execution of rolling forecasts, flash forecasts, and budget scenario models. Initiate corrective actions based on financial performance trends
-Evaluate financial and operational KPIs, conducting variance analysis and performance deep-dives to support agile decision-making
-Coordinate with FP& A and Accounting to ensure timely and accurate monthly close processes
-Facilitate robust communication from regional teams to corporate, including monthly business reviews, site performance updates, and dashboards
-KPI's: Forecast accuracy across rolling and flash cycles
--Produce financial reporting and budget
Operational cost savings as a % of revenue vs. prior year
-Planning cycle time reduction (forecast and budget)
-Liaise with HQ Accounting & FP& A to ensure audit readiness, accounting accuracy, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
-Collaborate between commercial and operations to improve margins and elevate client delight
-Collaborate with business partners during the development of value creation targets, which includes challenging values, timing, and feasibility of measures
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required)
MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent post-graduate certification (preferred)
10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally in operations-heavy, manufacturing, logistics, or service industry
Proven experience with rolling forecasts, flash forecasting, scenario modeling, and data visualization
Proficiency with financial systems such as SAP, Adaptive Planning, and Power BI
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills across both executive and operational audiences
Demonstrated success leading teams in multi-site / centralized environments
Requirements 3M, Accounting Software Systems, ADP - Financial Services, Concur, CRM, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), Annual Budget, Auditing, Budget Processes, Annual Standard Cost, Inventory Accounting
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