Director of Finance and Accounting

Director Of Finance And AccountingThe Director of Finance & Accounting provides leadership and ownership of all accounting, financial planning, and accounting operations. The Director is responsible for managing the accounting function, executing the company's financial strategy, and developing the finance and accounting function.Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Accounting & Accounting OperationsDevelop, document, and implement comprehensive accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with GAAP and all applicable regulationsDrive the close process; ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsOversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash functions, and own cash forecasting, liquidity, and treasury managementCoordinate with external auditors on annual audits; oversee internal audit programs and ensure remediation of identified findings and recommendationsLead accounting function improvements, including process optimization, automation, and system enhancementsEnsure compliance with governmental financial and tax regulations; support and drive tax strategy initiatives and coordinate with external tax advisorsFinancial Controls & Risk ManagementImplement and maintain a comprehensive system of internal controls designed to prevent and detect fraud and ensure accuracy of financial recordsAssess emerging financial and operational risks; recommend and implement mitigation strategiesFinancial Strategy Execution & PlanningLead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities, including budgeting, scenario modeling, and variance analysis; provide analytical support to inform executive decision-making and capital allocationManage board and lender financial reportingServe as a strategic business partner to operational leaders, providing financial insights and analysis to support key business decisionsEvaluate capital management opportunities, working capital optimization, and cost-reduction initiativesPartner with leadership on long-range planning, financing activities, investor relations, and pricing strategiesTeam Leadership & Organizational DevelopmentBuild, mentor, and retain a high-performing finance and accounting team; establish accountability, develop talent, and create a culture of continuous improvement and excellenceFoster collaboration across the finance function and with other departmentsStakeholder EngagementManage relationships with external auditors, lenders, and other external financial stakeholders; serve as primary operational contact for audit, tax, and compliance mattersRespond to financial information requests from internal and external stakeholders with accurate, timely analysis and recommendationsSupport management and board committees with requested financial analysis, reporting, and presentationsAdditional ResponsibilitiesAble to handle and maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive consumer information in compliance with applicable privacy and data protection regulationsMust follow all company policies and procedures regarding data privacy and protection and data loss preventionAble to handle and maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive consumer information in compliance with applicable privacy and data protection regulationsPerforms other job-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to timeQualifications10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, 5+ years of direct responsibility for accounting operations, financial reporting, and general ledger managementHands-on with an owner mentality, and ability to thrive in structured and unstructured scenariosExperience managing accounting close processes, financial statement preparation, GAAP compliance, and external reportingDemonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and modelingStrong experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and accounting softwareStrong knowledge of internal controls (COSO framework) and audit best practices and familiarity with SOX compliance and requirements for larger organizationsExperience managing accounting and finance teams and developing talentAdvanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools; fluency with Microsoft Office suiteExcellent written and oral communication skills; ability to explain concepts simply yet clearlyExperience in process mapping, redesign, and continuous improvement methodologiesAbility to work effectively with external auditors and manage audit engagementsDemonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and controlAdditional InformationPosition Details: This is a full-time, salaried position (40+ hours/week).Location: Remote (Southern California preferred)Pay: The pay range for this position is a minimum of $170,000 to a maximum of $200,000 annually. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The actual compensation offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Benefits and Perks: IDIQ makes available comprehensive benefitsMedical: 100% of base benefits for employees and 50% for dependentsDental: 50% for of base benefits for employees and dependentsVision: 50% for of base benefits for employees and dependents$25,000 company-paid life insuranceShort-term disabilityLong-term disability11 paid holidaysUnlimited Discretionary Time off (DTO)401k program with employer match.AAP/EEO Statement: Identity Intelligence Group, LLC dba IDIQ does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of employees or applicants. The Company makes employment decisions without regard to actual or perceived: race (including hair texture or protected hairstyles, e.g. braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin (including language use restrictions), ancestry, citizenship, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, family and medical leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.Supervisory: This position will manage a team of full-time employees.Business Office Environment: This position operates in a professional office setting. The environment includes the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers. Noise levels range from low to moderate and may increase during periods of high activity, or team collaboration. The position may require sustained periods of concentration, handling multiple priorities, or meeting deadlines, which may contribute to moderate stress at times. The employee should be able to work effectively in this type of environment and adapt to occasional fluctuations in workflow or office conditions.Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with members, stakeholders, and colleagues and must be able to exchange accurate information clearly and effectively. The employee frequently remains in a stationary position for extended periods of time and occasionally moves about the workspace. The role also requires constant operation of a computer or other office equipment. The employee may be required to push, pull, or otherwise move up to 10-30 pounds of various equipment. Duties may include, but are not limited to, repetitive tasks such as operating a computer keyboard and mouse while primarily maintaining a stationary position and occasionally moving about an assigned work area.