Director of Accounting & Finance

TerraFirma Foundation Systems•Portland, OR

About The Position

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. This leadership role ensures financial integrity, optimizes efficiency, and provides strategic financial guidance to the executive team. The Director of Accounting and Finance manages the accounting team and ensures alignment with the company’s purpose, mission, and values.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
8+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance leadership roles
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
Experience leading and managing accounting teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to executives
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with integrity
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred

Responsibilities

Cascades the company’s vision and provides clear direction to the finance and accounting team
Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains accounting staff, ensuring their professional development
Sets expectations, conducts performance evaluations, and holds employees accountable for meeting objectives
Provides mentorship and growth opportunities for the team
Partners with HR on performance-related decisions
Remove barriers to ensure financial processes run smoothly and effectively
Oversee the financial operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards
Develops and implements internal financial controls and guidelines
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local financial, tax, and legal regulations
Owns and oversees banking, auditing, tax, and consulting relationships, ensuring vendors provide value to the company
Acts as the primary liaison for external auditors, coordinating annual audits and ensuring timely resolution of findings
Provides accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements
Analyzes financial performance and presents insights to the executive team
Leads the budgeting and forecasting process, providing recommendations to support company growth
Develop performance measures and monitoring systems to support strategic decision-making
Monitors company financial performance and identifies opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor payments, optimizing available discounts
Oversee inventory control procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting
Ensures all payments and expenses are recorded accurately and in compliance with financial standards
Maintains strong financial controls over receivables, ensuring timely invoicing and collections
Oversees reconciliation of financial transactions and ensures the integrity of financial records
Partners with leadership to develop and refine commission and bonus plans
Ensures accurate and timely payroll processing and compliance with all payroll-related regulations
Ensure proper reporting and payment of payroll taxes and other obligations
Oversee cash flow planning and management, ensuring the company maintains adequate liquidity
Manages debt financing and ensures compliance with debt covenant agreements
Identifies financial risks and implements strategies to mitigate them
Identifies, acquires, and implements financial systems and software to enhance operational efficiency
Maximizes efficiency in payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable through process standardization
Continuously assesses and improves financial processes to drive operational excellence