Director of Finance

1 month ago


San Diego, United States Surface Optics Corporation Full time

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the CEO, this position will be responsible for overseeing financial management of Surface Optics’ operations. They will ensure financial strategies align with company goals and drive sustainable growth.

Our Finance Director plays a critical role in management and planning, and requires a strategic thinker with excellent financial acumen and the ability to balance the unique needs of SOC.

This position is full time, located in the company’s San Diego headquarters.

Benefits

  • Exciting, intellectually engaging work in an expanding small business
  • Great working location, near the beach in sunny California
  • Competitive salary with generous profit-sharing opportunities
  • Health insurance plan
  • 401k retirement program
  • Generous PTO policy
  • Employee-centered company culture

What we are searching for in a candidate

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

Strong financial and business acumen

Desired personal characteristics

  • curious and open-minded
  • able to propose new solutions
  • ability to turn ideas into action
  • collaborative, team player
  • ability to work independently
  • great interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

The Finance Director is responsible for the following:

Strategic Financial Leadership

  • Develop and implement financial strategies that support overall business goals.
  • Provide strategic recommendations to the executive and leadership teams based on financial analysis and projections.

Financial Planning and Analysis

  • Lead the complete financial reporting processes
  1. internal and external reporting
  2. allocations
  3. GAAP accounting
  4. month end close
  5. FP&A planning and forecasting
  6. financial controls
  • Ensure SOC’s books and records are in compliance with GAAP, local, state and federal laws.
  • Assist with preparing and monitoring of departmental budgets and metrics.
  • Monitor financial performance and provide insights to the executive and leadership teams.
  • Manage financial risks.
  • Streamline and improve financial processes and systems.

Collaboration and Communication

  • Collaborate with other departments to support overall business objectives.
  • Communicate financial performance and strategy to stakeholders, including the board of directors, investors, and employees.
  • Collaborate closely with senior management to ensure the organization's financial health and facilitate informed decision-making.

Required qualifications

B.S. degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field.

Experience in a senior financial leadership role.

Experience developing and monitoring budgets for small and mid-sized companies.

Experience leading the complete financial reporting processes

  • internal and external reporting
  • allocations
  • GAAP accounting
  • month end close
  • FP&A planning and forecasting
  • financial controls

Excellent computer and technical skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Desired (but not required) qualifications

M.S. degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field.

CPA certification

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