Director of Finance And Accounting

StevenDouglas is retained on a unique Director of Finance and Accounting career opportunity in Austin, Texas. This is a "working" Director of Finance and Accounting role.

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting and Finance professional to join a dynamic team and play a critical role in supporting firm-wide financial operations and strategic growth. This role takes ownership of financial operations across multiple affiliated entities and offers opportunities for long-term growth. As a lean and collaborative organization, we operate with a high level of trust and shared responsibility. This role is expected to balance complex reporting and analysis with hands-on support of day-to-day processes to ensure continuity when coverage is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Compliance:
• Prepare and oversee the production of accurate financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annually)
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry standards for private credit and private equity
• Manage financial consolidations and intercompany reporting for multiple entities

• Budgeting, Forecasting, & Financial Modeling:
• Develop and manage annual budgets, long-term forecasts, and scenario planning models
• Build advanced financial models for fund performance, cash flow projections, and valuation analysis
• Provide actionable insights and financial recommendations to senior leadership

• Cash Flow & Treasury Management:
• Manage cash flow to ensure operational liquidity
• Optimize working capital and lead treasury functions, including banking relationships

• Internal Controls & Audit:
• Implement robust internal control frameworks to safeguard company assets
• Coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with regulatory filings specific to private equity and private credit sectors

• Technology & System Optimization:
• Implement financial technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency
• Leverage advanced Excel skills for consolidations, automation, and complex financial modeling
• Manage QuickBooks and Gusto Payroll to streamline financial operations

• Team Leadership:
• Supervise and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence
• Align team goals with organizational objectives and firm priorities

Qualifications

• Education & Certifications: CPA/ CPA candidate qualification is required
• Experience: Minimum of 7-8 years experience in progressively responsible accounting or financial management roles, preferably within private credit or private equity industries
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities tailored to specialty finance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder management
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment