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Associate Director of Finance
Full Time Chandler, AZ, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1090 Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually Position Summary
The
Associate Director of Finance
plays a critical leadership role within the Finance Department, contributing to strategic decision-making while ensuring the company’s financial health, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a hands-on finance professional with broad experience across accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, audits, payroll, and inventory accounting. The ideal candidate has a strong command of
U.S. GAAP , advanced Excel capabilities, and experience working closely with executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners such as auditors and tax advisors. This position balances
strategic financial leadership
with
hands-on operational execution . Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Accounting Oversight
Oversee and/or perform core accounting functions, including: Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) Expense accruals and prepaid expenses Payroll and commission processing, including compliance Inventory valuation, cost accounting, and COGS (standard vs. actual costing) Maintain and enforce strong internal controls to ensure compliance with
U.S. GAAP
and regulatory requirements Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes Oversee preparation of financial statements, including
P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements Conduct detailed financial analysis and present actionable insights to executive leadership Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management, board meetings, and investors Perform financial modeling to support capital investments, equipment financing, and strategic initiatives Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning aligned with organizational objectives Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities Support leadership with data-driven recommendations to support business growth and efficiency Audit, Tax & Compliance
Manage and support internal and external financial audits Oversee compliance with U.S. federal and state tax regulations, including income tax and sales/use tax filings Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax reporting Support tax planning initiatives to optimize the company’s tax position Systems, Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Operations, Product Development, and Commercial teams to ensure financial alignment Support financial and operational system implementations, migrations, and upgrades, ensuring data accuracy and process alignment Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting tools, automation, and controls Leadership & Team Development
Mentor and guide finance team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Provide hands-on leadership while supporting team development and operational excellence Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field 7–10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 2–3 years in a leadership or managerial role Strong working knowledge of
U.S. GAAP
with hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions Proven experience managing full-cycle financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audits Advanced proficiency in
Microsoft Excel
for financial modeling, variance analysis, and reporting Experience preparing materials for executive leadership, board members, investors, and financial institutions Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Preferred: MBA and/or CPA designation Experience with
QuickBooks Online
(preferred) and ERP systems such as Zoho, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or manufacturing environments Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, cross-functional organizations Core Competencies
Financial Leadership & Strategic Thinking U.S. GAAP Compliance & Internal Controls Budgeting, Forecasting & Long-Term Planning
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Full Time Chandler, AZ, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1090 Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually Position Summary
The
Associate Director of Finance
plays a critical leadership role within the Finance Department, contributing to strategic decision-making while ensuring the company’s financial health, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a hands-on finance professional with broad experience across accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, audits, payroll, and inventory accounting. The ideal candidate has a strong command of
U.S. GAAP , advanced Excel capabilities, and experience working closely with executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners such as auditors and tax advisors. This position balances
strategic financial leadership
with
hands-on operational execution . Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Accounting Oversight
Oversee and/or perform core accounting functions, including: Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) Expense accruals and prepaid expenses Payroll and commission processing, including compliance Inventory valuation, cost accounting, and COGS (standard vs. actual costing) Maintain and enforce strong internal controls to ensure compliance with
U.S. GAAP
and regulatory requirements Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes Oversee preparation of financial statements, including
P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements Conduct detailed financial analysis and present actionable insights to executive leadership Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management, board meetings, and investors Perform financial modeling to support capital investments, equipment financing, and strategic initiatives Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning aligned with organizational objectives Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities Support leadership with data-driven recommendations to support business growth and efficiency Audit, Tax & Compliance
Manage and support internal and external financial audits Oversee compliance with U.S. federal and state tax regulations, including income tax and sales/use tax filings Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax reporting Support tax planning initiatives to optimize the company’s tax position Systems, Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Operations, Product Development, and Commercial teams to ensure financial alignment Support financial and operational system implementations, migrations, and upgrades, ensuring data accuracy and process alignment Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting tools, automation, and controls Leadership & Team Development
Mentor and guide finance team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Provide hands-on leadership while supporting team development and operational excellence Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field 7–10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including 2–3 years in a leadership or managerial role Strong working knowledge of
U.S. GAAP
with hands-on experience across multiple accounting functions Proven experience managing full-cycle financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audits Advanced proficiency in
Microsoft Excel
for financial modeling, variance analysis, and reporting Experience preparing materials for executive leadership, board members, investors, and financial institutions Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Preferred: MBA and/or CPA designation Experience with
QuickBooks Online
(preferred) and ERP systems such as Zoho, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or manufacturing environments Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, cross-functional organizations Core Competencies
Financial Leadership & Strategic Thinking U.S. GAAP Compliance & Internal Controls Budgeting, Forecasting & Long-Term Planning
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