Financial Director

Position Summary and Job Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Director of Finance will oversee all financial operations, reporting, and strategy for the organization, ensuring that financial decisions are aligned with the company’s goals. This individual will manage financial planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance, ensuring effective management of resources and maximizing profitability. This role requires a strong background in defense contracting financial operations, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial management.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial planning, analysis, and reporting, ensuring that financial performance meets company goals.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports, in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and government contracting regulations.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing financial guidance and analysis to senior leadership and business unit heads.
• Develop financial models and perform scenario analysis to support decision-making in key strategic initiatives, including pricing, contracts, and business development.
• Manage and ensure compliance with government regulations, including FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency), and other regulatory agencies.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk to ensure the company’s liquidity and financial stability.
• Serve as the point of contact for external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate audits.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Support contract negotiations by providing financial expertise on pricing, cost estimation, and risk management.
• Maintain and enhance the company’s financial policies, procedures, and systems to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the development and execution of strategic initiatives and business plans.

Required and/or Preferred Qualifications

Required and/or Preferred Qualifications (education, experience, licenses, skills)

• Must be a CPA with the following: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree Preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial management at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally within a defense contracting environment.
• Extensive knowledge of government contracting regulations, including FAR, DCAA, and related compliance frameworks.
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting experience, including working with complex contracts and cost structures.
• Proven experience managing and developing a team of finance professionals.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• High level of proficiency in financial software systems (e.g., SAP, Deltek, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing financial challenges and risks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.