Director of Finance & Accounting

The role

The Director of Finance & Accounting will oversee the accounting function for a B2B performance marketing agency. This role involves running close, reporting, controls, and treasury, while managing FP&A responsibilities and direct reports including the Controller and IT Department.

What you will do

• Hold team accountable for a timely and GAAP-compliant 5 day financial close
• Deliver financial reports and department P&Ls
• Design and enforce accounting policies, internal controls and segregation of duties
• Manage cash, banking relationships and 13-week cash flow forecast
• Monitor AR/AP process to keep overdue receivables down
• Oversee revenue recognition for retainer and project-based client contracts
• Prepare FP&A report to support gross margin and EBITDA targets
• Manage and develop the Controller
• Improve system and reporting automation

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles
• At least 5 years in a leadership position within performance marketing agencies
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial management systems
• Proven ability to hold business units accountable to budget and goals
• Solid understanding and experience with tax regulations and compliance
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods
• Must be able to observe and interpret written and/or verbal communication
• Must have reliable internet access and a professional background

Nice to have

• CPA
• Experience in a digital agency or similar services related industries

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage
• 100% employer-paid plan for you and 50% employer contribution for dependents (US, CAD, MX)
• Access to certified therapists through Spring Health
• Membership to Headspace
• Physical therapy through Omada
• Thousands of Aaptiv virtual workouts
• Complimentary One Medical membership
• Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Your Birthday Off
• End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1)
• Paid Parental Leave

Before you apply

• For global locations, you must have established and current work authorization and permanently reside in that country

About the company

Directive Consulting is the leading B2B performance marketing agency that delivers real revenue. They use Customer Generation to build marketing engines for SaaS and B2B industries.