Director, Finance and Accounting

Director, Finance & Accounting - San Diego, CA (Hybrid)


Are you a hands-on finance leader ready to step into a highly visible role with real influence? This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing, mission-driven professional services organization backed by a national platform, where you'll lead finance and accounting and partner closely with executive leadership as the company scales. Apply Today!


Who you are:

• 8-12+ years of progressive experience across accounting and finance, with a track record of moving into FP&A leadership.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience, including managing managers and growing teams in a small-to-mid-sized company environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll complexity, controls, and revenue/AR processes within a services-based or payroll-centric business.
• Confident executive communicator with advanced financial modeling skills and experience presenting insights to senior leadership.

What you'll do:

• Lead accounting and finance operations, ensuring accurate monthly close, financial reporting, and strong internal controls.
• Own FP&A, including annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, executive reporting, and strategic modeling.
• Partner with the CEO, CFO, COO, and executive team to deliver insights, scenario analysis, and decision support.
• Scale people, processes, and systems across accounting, AR, and revenue cycle management as the business grows.

Why work here:

• High-impact, high-visibility role with direct access to executive leadership.
• Clear runway for expanded leadership responsibility as the organization continues to grow through acquisition.
• San Diego office perks including catered meals, onsite fitness center, wellness programs, and frequent team events.

What does this position pay?
Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and education.
The expected range for this role is $175,000-$200,000 per year. Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.


What's next?
Please email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io if you're excited to explore this opportunity with our client.


We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds, from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community. Apply today!


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