Director of Strategic Finance

ACUMEN LLC•Mesa, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Strategic Finance is responsible for leading the organization’s financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support functions. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive data-informed decisions, optimize financial performance, and support long-term growth initiatives. The position combines financial modeling, business analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to evaluate opportunities, mitigate risks, and enhance organizational value.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required
8–12+ years of progressive experience in finance, investment banking, consulting, or corporate FP&A
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
Experience supporting executive-level decision-making and strategic initiatives
Proven ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights
Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems, BI tools)
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree preferred
Experience in high-growth or multi-entity organizations
Background in mergers and acquisitions, corporate development, or strategic planning
Experience implementing or optimizing financial systems and reporting tools

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, investments, and operational decisions
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to executive leadership based on financial and operational data
Partner with department leaders to evaluate business performance, identify trends, and drive accountability to financial targets
Support M&A activities, including due diligence, valuation modeling, and post-integration financial tracking (if applicable)
Design and implement KPI frameworks and dashboards to monitor organizational performance
Identify opportunities for cost optimization, revenue growth, and operational efficiency
Oversee scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess business risks and opportunities
Prepare and present financial reports, board materials, and executive-level presentations
Ensure data integrity and improve financial reporting processes, systems, and tools
Mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a high-performance culture
Lead by example, guiding leaders and teams toward strategic goals and fostering professional growth
Takes personal responsibility for actions. This is demonstrated through owning problems & problem solving
Develops and leverages team members’ strengths to maximize performance and achieve business goals
Demonstrates excellence in work standards; is tenacious in completing projects and developing people.
Able to effectively solve problems and make decisions on the best information available, including resolving crisis situations and in developing resolutions between parties.
Asks for help and support as needed.
Promote collaboration across departments to achieve best practices and organizational excellence.