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Podean

Director of Finance, US

Podean, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Podean is the leading global marketplace marketing agency. We work with progressive brands across the globe to unlock potential on Amazon, Target, Walmart, and other marketplaces. Our services span eCommerce strategy, content creation and optimization, media management, retail operations, data and analytics, consulting, and social commerce. Recent award wins include Digiday’s Best Employer for Remote Employees and Amazon’s Global Expansion Partner Award.

What You’ll Do

Partner with the CFO and Global Finance Director on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, annual audits, and long‑range financial modeling aligned with private equity growth objectives

Act as a key financial partner to the US business and global regional leaders

Collaborate closely with the Philippines‑based finance team across accounting operations including AR, AP, payroll, general ledger, and month‑end close, as needed

Lead finance integration efforts for new acquisitions in the US

Develop, track, and analyze key agency KPIs such as utilization, gross margin, contribution margin, EBITDA, and client profitability

Prepare monthly and quarterly US financial reporting packages for review with senior finance leadership

Oversee US revenue recognition, project‑based accounting, and work‑in‑progress (WIP) tracking

Ensure compliance with GAAP, lender requirements, and internal reporting standards

Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships in partnership with the CFO

Coordinate US audits, tax planning, and relationships with external accounting and advisory partners

Support pricing strategy, client contracts, statements of work (SOWs), and new business proposals

Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, tools, processes, and internal controls

Support value creation initiatives including margin improvement, cost optimization, and operational efficiency

Build scalable US finance processes to support organic growth and future acquisitions

Assist with M&A activities including financial diligence, integration, and post‑acquisition reporting

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred)

8 – 12 years of progressive experience in finance or accountingPrior experience in a private equity‑backed company strongly preferred

Agency and/or media services experience required

Strong understanding of project‑based, retainer, media, and performance‑based revenue models

Experience working with offshore or global finance teams

Experience supporting EBITDA‑focused reporting and financial modeling

Strong experience with ERP, accounting, and reporting systems in a growth environment

Experience working closely with audit firms and external advisors

Why Join Podean? We are proud to be recognized as one of Digiday’s Best Employers for Remote Employees. We combine the energy of a fast‑growing global agency with the balance and trust of a remote‑first culture.

You’ll join a globally connected, award‑winning team that values:

Competitive compensation

aligned to experience and market benchmarks

Remote‑first flexibility

– work from anywhere, with trust and autonomy

Global collaboration

– working with experts across regions and time zones

Career growth and development

– opportunities to evolve as we scale



5‑Year Sabbatical

+

Travel Stipend

– After your 5‑year anniversary, take a fully paid month‑long sabbatical, plus a travel reimbursement to make your experience restorative and inspiring

Positive‑energy culture

– grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability

Meaningful impact

helping some of the world’s most progressive brands grow

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