Director of Finance
Pittsburgh, PA
$125,000- $150,000
We are seeking a Director of Finance to join our client's team at a growing investment firm. This role will play a key part in driving financial strategy, overseeing consolidated reporting across multiple entities, and supporting leadership with forward-looking analysis and insights.
OVERVIEW OF THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE ROLE :
- Lead the finance function across six business entities, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timeliness in consolidated financial reporting.
- Build, enhance, and maintain advanced Excel financial models for forecasting, projections, and scenario planning.
- Drive the annual budgeting process and ongoing reforecasting, providing strategic analysis to guide decision-making.
- Oversee the Controller and accounting team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and adherence to best practices.
- Leverage tools such as DataRails, Tableau, and Fathom (upcoming implementation) to streamline financial reporting and analytics.
- Manage QuickBooks Online accounting platform, ensuring clean financial data and integration with reporting systems.
- Partner with executive leadership on M&A activity, including due diligence, financial modeling, and integration.
- Present clear and insightful financial reports and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, improve efficiency, and modernize finance processes.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE :
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA / MBA preferred).5+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally with exposure to the investment management industry.Strong background in Excel financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and consolidated reporting.Hands-on expertise with QuickBooks Online; experience with Fathom is a plus.Experience utilizing BI tools (DataRails, Tableau, Power BI, or similar) for financial reporting and analysis.Proven ability to manage and mentor accounting / finance teams.Exposure to M&A transactions (financial due diligence, integrations) highly valued.Strong communication and presentation skills; able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.