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Senior Director Accounting & Finance

Creative Financial Staffing (CFS)
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025
Are you eager to contribute your skills to a dynamic small to midsize company experiencing exciting growth? We’re seeking a talented professional with a strong foundation in Accounting who has successfully advanced into a Senior Finance role. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company on the rise, we’d love to hear from you! #hybridjob

Why Join?

  • Professional Growth: the company that’s doubled in employee size in the past 4 years.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Remote Work program with a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days from home), a structured week of 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Thursday with half-day Fridays, plus a generous paid time off (PTO) policy with carryover benefits and 3 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Exceptional Benefits: Very low medical, vision, and dental costs with low deductibles, generous employer contributions, a 401(k) with a 100% match up to 5% of eligible wages, and employer-paid disability and life insurance.
  • Engaging Culture: Family-oriented environment with volunteer time off, birthday celebrations, team-building outings, seasonal socials, and open access to leadership—chat with the president anytime!
  • Modern Workplace: Newly remodeled office with state-of-the-art technology, an inviting kitchen and breezeway with free beverages and shuffleboard.
  • Competitive Pay: Base salary of $190,000–$210,000 (based on experience), up to a 15 to 20% bonus, and eligibility for an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) after 6 months.

This is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, well-established organization!

About Our Client

Our client is a thriving private company based in the West Houston area, known for its strong reputation and commitment to excellence. With a focus on operational success and stakeholder value, they provide a professional, collaborative environment ideal for career growth.

The Role

We’re recruiting a Director of Finance & Accounting to oversee all accounting functions at our client’s Houston headquarters. Reporting to senior leadership, you’ll provide critical financial insights, manage key external relationships (banks, auditors, tax advisors), and ensure operational efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the accounting team in delivering timely and accurate financial reports, including internal/external statements, annual audits, bank covenant compliance, valuations, budgets, and projections.
  • Partner with the leadership team to define and prioritize growth strategies, aligning financial resources
  • Analyze market trends to forecast revenue opportunities and guide the firm’s expansion
  • Manage cash flow to support growth initiatives
  • Optimize cost structures
  • Develop and monitor key performance metrics to track financial health and inform strategic decisions.
  • Translate complex financial data into clear, compelling narratives for stakeholders, including investors, board members, and employees, to build confidence in the firm’s growth trajectory.
  • Facilitate shareholder transactions and succession planning with consultants and leadership.
  • Partner with legal advisors to review and negotiate contracts, overseeing standard agreements.
  • Deliver accurate, timely responses to senior leadership and board inquiries.
  • Manage corporate debt strategies, recommending optimal equipment acquisition methods.
  • Oversee disbursements, ensuring accurate processing of accounts payable, purchase orders, expense reports, payroll funding, and payroll tax compliance
  • Supervisor, along with the Accounting Manager, accounts receivable, manage billing, cash receipts, credit/collections, and coordinate with legal advisors for debt recovery as needed.
  • Establish and maintain systems to ensure the integrity of financial processes and data.
  • Drive risk management efforts, advising leadership on insurance, legal, employment, and safety matters.
  • Support 401(k) and ESOP administration, ensuring compliance with tax and ERISA regulations.
  • Collaborate with external firms for timely corporate income tax filings, franchise tax reporting, and property tax renderings.

What You Bring

  • Expertise in financial and risk management.
  • Strong technical skills and performance-driven mindset.
  • Excellent communication and ethical conduct.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
  • Proven leadership and credibility in a professional setting.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university.
  • Public accounting experience (preferred).
  • CPA certification (preferred).
  • 3 years of accounting management experience.
  • Willingness to travel up to 5%.

Ready to lead with purpose?

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Salary : $180,000 - $210,000

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