Head of Finance Operations NEW

Itec Entertainment • Lititz, PA

304d

About The Position

The Head of Finance Operations will serve as a key strategic partner and 'right-hand' to the Chief Financial Officer, facilitating the efficient operation of the Finance strategy, transformation and supporting leadership in achieving strategic goals. This role requires a highly organized, proactive, and versatile individual with a strong understanding of the business and customers (internal & external), excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. The Head of Finance Operations acts as a liaison between the Chief Financial Officer, the Finance leadership team and overall Finance teams, and other parts of the organization and influences stakeholders to facilitate decision-making based on established objectives and priorities. This role is a problem solver who will create and lead day-to-day governance approach, project management and coordination across all aspects of TAIT's finance organization.

Requirements

• Minimum HS diploma or GED; a Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, project management, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in strategy, business operations, finance roles, project management, business operations, or a related role.
• Experience in a live entertainment industry or a similar market is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., MBA, PMP, Six Sigma) are a plus.
• Familiarity with financial statements, KPI's and financial forecasting.
• Understanding of credit facilities to support compliance and treasury functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Financial Officer in the development and execution of Finance strategies, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives.
• Help in defining and prioritizing Finance initiatives, and monitoring progress against strategic goals.
• Assist Finance Leadership team in identifying talent or resource gaps necessary to support strategy.
• Provide research and analysis to inform strategic decisions and identify new opportunities to reduce complexity.
• Facilitate all aspects of time management, prioritization, and preparation of finance action items and agenda including post-meeting follow-ups.
• Coordinate with various teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely execution of projects and initiatives.
• Oversee the preparation of reports, presentations, and other communications as needed.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular updates to the Chief Financial Officer and the Finance Leadership Team.
• Analyze current financial processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement streamlined processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Establish and maintain process documentation and ensure adherence to established procedures.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication between the Chief Financial Officer and Finance teams, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
• Prepare meeting agendas, manage logistics, and ensure effective follow-up on action items across the business.
• Serve as liaison for collaboration with enablers, capabilities and market teams.
• Provide exceptional project management for functional and cross-functional teams assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.
• Organize and prepare materials and presentations for internal and external meetings.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identifies and manages project risks and escalate as needed for resolution.
• Assist in decision-making processes by providing relevant data, analysis, and recommendations.
• Anticipate the needs of the Chief Financial Officer and Finance Leadership Team and proactively address them.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization and external partners.
• Represent the Chief Financial Officer in internal and external meetings, as needed.
• Maintain a strong understanding of KPI's, project financials and cash flow from projects and overall financial statements.
• Support the Chief Financial Officer in identifying opportunities to improve internal and external reporting of financial results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree