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Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Finance to lead our financial operations and shape the fiscal direction of our organization. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking leader with comprehensive expertise in financial management, corporate accounting, and industry regulations. As the Director of Finance, you will drive financial planning, oversee compliance with accounting standards such as GAAP, and provide critical insights to support sustainable growth. Your energetic leadership will inspire teams and foster a culture of precision, innovation, and strategic excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement robust financial strategies aligned with organizational goals, including revenue management, cost control, and profit optimization.
- Oversee all aspects of corporate finance including budgeting, forecasting, financial projection model development, and fiscal management to ensure financial health.
- Lead risk analysis initiatives and manage risk mitigation strategies in compliance with industry regulations.
- Manage treasury functions including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and banking relationships to support operational needs.
- Supervise the preparation of regulatory reporting, financial statements interpretation, and comprehensive financial reports for senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Experience leading people, change management, and fostering a performance-driven workplace.
- Lead the finance team by fostering professional growth, ensuring adherence to accounting standards (GAAP), and maintaining high standards of financial software utilization for accurate data management.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in finance director or senior leadership roles within complex organizations with a strong background in financial analysis, strategic planning, and fiscal management.
- Extensive knowledge of industry-specific financial regulations including.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting analysis, risk management, revenue cycle management, and regulatory reporting.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams in finance functions such as accounting systems implementation, payroll management, expense control, and cost management.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial statements and develop actionable insights for executive decision-making.
- Exceptional negotiation skills paired with a strategic mindset to support business development initiatives like mergers & acquisitions or fundraising efforts.
- Prior experience with HR functions is a plus!
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; advanced certifications such as CPA or CFA are highly desirable.
Join us as we drive innovative financial strategies that empower our organization’s growth while maintaining rigorous compliance standards. Your energetic leadership will be instrumental in shaping our future success!
Pay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal116
- BridgePoint Associates19
- Highgate17
- Baker Tilly Canada17
- Marriott International17
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services11
- Education6
- Accounting & Auditing6
- Technology & Software4
- Construction & Real Estate4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in finance director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required
- CPA or CMA certification is frequently required or strongly preferred
- Ten or more years of progressive finance experience including management
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting using Excel
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Tips for Your Finance Director Job Search
Quantify your P&L ownership clearly
Finance directors are hired to own outcomes, so your resume must show the revenue or cost base you managed, not just your duties. Replace job descriptions with figures: budget size, variance you reduced, or EBITDA impact you drove.
Tailor your application to the sector
A finance director resume that works for a hospital system will not land interviews at a SaaS company. Align your terminology, metrics, and examples to the industry in the job posting before you apply to each opening.
Target companies at a growth inflection point
Finance directors get hired when businesses are scaling, preparing for an audit, restructuring debt, or approaching a liquidity event. Look for openings at companies that have recently raised capital, expanded, or announced a merger.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists finance director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a concrete financial narrative for interviews
Interviewers at the director level ask you to walk through a financial challenge you solved end to end. Prepare two or three stories that cover your analysis, the decision you influenced, and the measurable result the business saw.
Negotiate scope before negotiating compensation
Before you discuss pay, clarify what the role actually controls: budget authority, headcount, reporting line to the CFO, and whether the function is centralized or shared. Scope determines your leverage and your career trajectory from day one.
Finance Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most finance directors?
The companies hiring the most finance directors right now include Alvarez & Marsal, BridgePoint Associates, and Highgate, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in healthcare systems, large manufacturers, and high-growth technology companies.
How many finance director jobs are remote?
About 60% of finance director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the seniority and cross-functional nature of the role. FP&A and corporate treasury sub-functions tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles tied to operational finance or plant-level accounting are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a finance director?
Most finance directors build toward the role by starting in financial analysis or accounting, earning a CPA or CMA credential, and progressively taking on larger budgets and direct reports. Moving into a controller or senior manager role first is the most common path. Demonstrating that you can own a full P&L, manage a team, and present to executive leadership accelerates the transition.
Can you get hired as a finance director without prior director experience?
Yes, candidates are regularly hired into their first finance director role when they can show they have already been doing director-level work with a different title. The strongest applications come from senior managers or controllers who led a finance function through a significant event, such as a system migration, external audit, or growth phase, and can document the outcomes.
What does the finance director interview process look like?
Most finance director interview processes run three to five rounds. An initial screen with HR or a recruiter is followed by a technical interview with the CFO or VP of Finance covering modeling, reporting, and judgment calls. Later rounds typically include a case study or financial analysis exercise and conversations with the CEO, department heads, or the board's audit committee, depending on company size.
Where can I find and apply to finance director jobs?
You can find and apply to finance director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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