Finance Director

You’ll lead the charge on financial strategy, operations, and planning. From budgets and forecasting to reporting and partnerships, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring Jade’s continued success in bridging the digital divide. Your work will help us support families, businesses, and communities—without ever losing sight of our roots.

Position Description

Number crunchers unite! The Finance Director will oversee the financial health of the organization by managing financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial plans that support growth, sustainability, and our fun-first mission.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and financial reports with a keen eye for accuracy and opportunity.
• Secure grants and funding to support broadband deployment and community initiatives in rural areas.
• Maintain financial health through compliance, risk management, and proactive solutions.
• Mentor and manage the finance team, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Work with investors, community partners, and leadership to align financial goals with Jade’s broader mission.
• Streamline processes and identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining exceptional service for our customers.
• This position is a “Results Oriented” position; the individual must have the ability to easily and willingly adapt to changes of policy, procedures, or work environment.
• Prepare financial statements, variance reports, and key metrics for executive leadership.
• Work closely with operational leaders to understand their reporting needs and develop plans to provide information and drive results within the business.
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reviews with an emphasis on cost control and financial optimization.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Education/Experience

• Proven experiences as a CFO, VP of Finance, or Senior Financial leader
• CPA required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting roles, with at least 2 years in managerial capacity
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Bonus points for Master's or MBA
• Expertise in financial modeling, analysis, and strategic planning.
• Exceptional communication skills—you can explain financial concepts clearly to any audience.
• Experience with grant funding, particularly in community-focused or broadband industries, is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to mentor, develop, and lead finance team members.

Location

• This position is located in Alamosa, Colorado.

Key Metrics for Success

• Accuracy of financial reporting and forecasting.
• Effectiveness of budget management and variance tracking.
• Success in cost-saving initiatives and resource optimization.
• Quality of financial analysis provided for strategic decision-making.
• Team performance and development.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Ability to work effectively and pleasantly in a small office space
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Normal level of stress tolerance; ability to handle several situations at once within a specified time frame
• Must maintain a professional image
• Flexibility to work long and varied hours. Typical schedule is Monday to Friday from 8am-5pm with an hour lunch break. Minimum of 40 hours a week, with the expectation that job duties will be fulfilled and extra hours may be necessary; must be available to work some weekends during high sales periods.

Perks

• Free Jade service – we’ll pick up the tab on your internet, phone, home security, and parental controls. Seriously!
• Free SWAG!
• Awesome benefits like Retirement, Medical, Dental, & Optical
• PTO and Company Holidays
• A fun office environment with an espresso machine, kitchen, and friendly and funny co-workers

Salary is TBD based on experience. $80,000 - 150,000

Conclusion

• This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Corporate finance: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $150,000