Director of Finance (Alternative Investments)

Our client is a rapidly growing premier NYC based Financial Firm, seeking a Director of Finance, ideal individual will be asked to oversee financial projections, manage financial budgets/analysis, make recommendations for strategic change and present to executive committees

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Responsibilities:Oversee global FP&A operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, reporting directly to Chief Financial OfficerOwn firm-wide budget process and partnered with business unit heads to develop revenue, expense projections.Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including Sales, Operations, Engineering, Product, Marketing, and Human Resources on various initiatives impacting the financial reporting of the company including all financial metrics and KPI’sManage all aspects of the monthly close process including revenues, expenses, T&E, equity, and taxesCreate the full financial model and produce quarterly board reporting packagesPresent monthly financial updates and analysis before the Board of DirectorsDevelop and drive necessary financial policies, procedures, and internal controls, and play a leading role in directing change initiatives and process improvementsCreate executive presentations of financial results for review with senior executivesSupport external audit engagements including managing and coordinating with auditors and external service providers, and preparation/review of audited financial statements and footnote disclosuresIdentify risks, implement controls, and maintain proper process documentationsProvide support for other ad hoc analyses and projects as needed
Skills/Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is a must, CPA preferred not required10+ years accounting experience out of Public Accounting or Private Accounting team is a plus. xzbcwsv In depth experience working with general ledger and financial analysis, including journal entries and doing detailed account analyses.Strong background in financial modeling and data analysis tools (Excel, VBA) budgeting, and forecasting with a solid understanding of financial statements and financial analysis techniquesExperience or interest in accounting for financial/technology companies