<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to oversee financial planning and analysis for our organization. This leadership role requires an individual with a strong grasp of financial operations and the ability to drive fiscal efficiency while supporting business objectives. Join our team in Oakland, California, and play a pivotal role in shaping our financial future.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead the development of annual and long-term operating budgets in partnership with executive leadership and the Board, aligning financial planning with strategic and capital goals.</li><li>Conduct detailed budget variance analyses and evaluate revenue streams to strengthen organizational financial stability.</li><li>Oversee all day-to-day accounting and finance operations, managing a team that includes controllers, specialists, and assistants.</li><li>Administer financial systems (NetSuite, Bill.com, etc.), lead the transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite, and ensure accurate and timely monthly and year-end closes in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Design and maintain strong internal controls and financial reporting processes.</li><li>Oversee contract and grant accounting, ensuring proper management of restricted/unrestricted funds and compliance with donor and federal requirements.</li><li>Provide financial oversight for real estate and development projects, including Community Land Trusts, residential properties, and new construction.</li><li>Manage complex financing structures such as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC).</li><li>Lead compliance efforts, including preparation and filing of all tax returns (e.g., IRS Form 990) and coordination of annual financial audits.</li><li>Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and implement strategies to identify and mitigate financial risks.</li></ul>
<p>Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced finance executive to lead and oversee regional financial operations within a dynamic industrial organization. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker capable of driving financial governance, optimizing operational cost structures, and partnering with manufacturing teams to elevate overall business performance. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of financial expertise and operational insight to support both regional and corporate objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>This is not traditional VP/ Controller / Finance role- it is a business role working very closely with operations - mulit-plant oversight </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all regional financial activities, including forecasting, budgeting, cost accounting, credit analysis, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a detail-oriented finance team supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational leaders to improve plant performance, streamline processes, and enhance profitability.</p><p>• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights that align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Develop and maintain internal control frameworks in coordination with corporate finance standards.</p><p>• Manage working capital effectively, including oversight of credit and collections performance.</p><p>• Identify and implement strategies to mitigate financial risks across the regional portfolio.</p><p>• Strengthen cost management systems within manufacturing environments to ensure product line and customer profitability.</p><p>• Partner with manufacturing teams to drive efficiency and enhance margins through data-driven decision-making.</p><p>• Support corporate leadership with financial insights that guide strategic planning and execution.</p>