Director of Finance

GAC Enterprises • Houston, TX

12d

About The Position

The Director of Finance is responsible for providing strategic and operational financial leadership to the organization. This role oversees budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, and financial planning to support business objectives and operational decision-making. The position is a fixed-term engagement and requires a high level of independence, judgment, and collaboration with executive leadership.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial reporting
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management expertise
• Ability to design and enforce internal controls and compliance frameworks
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• Proficiency with financial systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive finance or accounting experience
• Prior experience in a senior finance leadership role preferred

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree (MBA, MS Finance) or CPA preferred
• Experience supporting multi-state or growing organizations strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership and Strategy o Provide financial leadership to the organization, supporting strategic planning, business initiatives, and executive decision-making. Partner with senior leadership to align financial strategy with operational goals.
• Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cash Flow Management o Develop, manage, and monitor budgets and forecasts. Oversee cash flow planning, liquidity management, and financial projections to ensure financial stability and operational continuity.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis o Prepare and present accurate, timely financial reports, analyses, and dashboards for senior leadership. Ensure reporting supports transparency, compliance, and informed decision-making.
• Internal Controls and Compliance o Establish, maintain, and monitor internal financial controls. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, accounting standards, and company policies.
• Systems, Processes, and Work Product Ownership o Develop, refine, and document financial models, systems, processes, and reporting frameworks. Ensure financial tools and documentation are scalable, accurate, and aligned with company needs.
• Cross-Functional Support and Communication o Collaborate with operations, HR, and leadership teams to support financial planning, cost management, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Other Duties o This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required. Additional duties may be assigned as business needs evolve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director