Finance Director

Finance Director HealthFirst - Saving Lives Mukilteo, WA Job Details $151,000 - $208,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Finance advising Financial forecasting Financial close processing Master's degree in business administration Managerial strategic planning Strategic management Internal controls Master's degree in business Financial data reconciliation CPA Variance analysis Bachelor's degree in finance 11+ years Financial management report preparation Improving operational efficiency Finance Team development Hiring Managing budgets in a finance role Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement GAAP Decision making Financial control management Managing accounting teams Profit & Loss statement Accounting and finance experience Bachelor's degree in accounting Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Month-end close Master of Business Administration Profit and loss analysis Accrual accounting Leadership Accounting Communication skills Staffing management Data warehouse Internal financial audits Negotiation Cross-functional communication Organizational budget management Supply chain collaboration Senior leadership Financial compliance Excel data analysis Stakeholder management Performance evaluation Full Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

The Director of Finance is a strategic business partner responsible for leading the full spectrum of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Accounting for a $100M business unit within a larger corporate structure. This leader oversees financial operations, ensures compliance with corporate policies, drives operational performance, and provides insights that influence strategic decision‑making.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the primary financial advisor to the Business Unit Leader and executive stakeholders. Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with corporate objectives and business growth targets. Drive long‑range planning, annual budgeting, and monthly forecasting processes. Present financial results, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership. Own all FP&A activities including forecasting, cost modeling, margin analysis, and scenario planning. Provide insights on business trends, customer behaviors, and profitability drivers. Lead monthly performance reviews and variance analysis. Partner cross‑functionally with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Product teams. Oversee business unit accounting activities ensuring compliance with GAAP and corporate policies. Partner with corporate accounting on close, accruals, reconciliations, and reporting. Ensure accurate revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and COGS reporting. Support internal and external audit activities. Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain to optimize working capital and operational efficiency. Lead financial governance for commercial programs, pricing and customer agreements. Evaluate business unit performance and recommend profitability improvements. Manage and develop a high performing finance team. Foster a positive culture of accountability, analytical rigor, and continuous improvement.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Deep experience leading FP&A and accounting for a $50M - $150M P&L within a corporate structure, with strong command of GAAP, revenue recognition, inventory accounting and internal controls. Expertise in long range planning, budgeting, forecasting, scenario modeling, margin analysis, and translating complex financial data into clear actionable business insights. Proven ability to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while developing high performing teams and driving accountability and continuous improvement.

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

High business acumen and analytical rigor. Excellent Excel skills and the ability to work with multiple systems (finance reporting, general ledger and data warehouse) Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships. Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and the ability to balance short-term needs with long-term goals. Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, integrity, and financial stewardship.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

12+ years of progressive experience in Finance or Accounting with 6 years of managing people. Experience supporting a $50M - $150M P&L in a corporate environment. Prior experience working in a regulated environment

PREFERRED EDUCATION

Typically, a bachelor's degree or global equivalent in Finance, Accounting or related field. MBA or CPA preferred.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Travel can be as much as 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands are required.

COMPLEXITY

Work on complex, numerous and unique issues of significant scope and financial impact where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth knowledge of the company and an evaluation of intangibles. Knowledge of all areas within sub-function(s) derived from experience in non-management and middle-management roles allowing for innovative concepts and promoting new ideas within the function.

STRATEGY

Participate in establishing the strategic direction to ensure alignment with overall Company strategy and initiatives. Focus may be on the execution of large and/or complex processes. Translate and guide team to implement strategy.

SUPERVISION

Direct and control activities through managers or senior professional level staff who have responsibility for the operation of the assigned area and/or process or system.

INTERACTION

Regularly interact with executives and/or major customers/stakeholders. Ability to negotiate with suppliers or management and influence senior level leaders regarding matters of significance.

SCOPE:

Typically direct a large complex section of a department or a complex department with significant scope and financial and operational impact. Role may focus on executing a large and very complex/complicated process. Accountable for performance, results and staffing. Make recommendations for the objectives, policies and plans of the sub-function(s). Fully accountable for meeting the strategic and operating objectives of the sub-function(s). Develop proposed budgets for approval and manage budget once approved. Operate with substantial latitude for un-reviewed action or decision. Often plays a role in high-level projects that have an impact on the company's future direction.

MANAGEMENT DUTIES

Can hire, terminate, or promote and is aware of higher-level functional issues and concerns. Makes decisions on salary increases, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, etc.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Typically, to advance to a new job level, TSMs must demonstrate professional behavior and should consistently be at the high-end of meeting expectations or consistently exceed expectations. HealthFirst is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.