Director of Finance And Accounting

Company Description Foundry Financial | Accounting & Finance Operations provides accounting, finance operations, and administrative infrastructure for startups, founder-led companies, and growing businesses. The team specializes in building practical, right-sized finance processes and systems that support companies at their current stage and as they scale. Services span accounting operations, finance systems setup and optimization, treasury and banking administration, payroll and compliance, AP and expense workflows, CRM and revenue integration, forecasting, cash burn analysis, investor reporting, and system migrations. Foundry Financial is a strong partner for organizations that have outgrown founder-managed finance but are not yet ready for a full internal finance team, helping them achieve cleaner processes, better reporting, and clearer visibility into cash, performance, and growth.
Role Description The Director of Finance and Accounting is a part-time, remote role responsible for overseeing finance operations and accounting activities across multiple client organizations. This individual will lead the preparation, review, and analysis of financial statements, manage financial reporting processes, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities include guiding financial planning and budgeting, overseeing cash flow and treasury activities, supporting system implementations and process improvements, and providing strategic insights to founders and leadership teams. The role also involves mentoring client finance staff, establishing internal controls, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely, and actionable financial information.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong Finance and Financial Planning skills, including budgeting, forecasting, cash burn analysis, and strategic financial guidance.
Candidates should possess expertise in Financial Statements and Financial Reporting, with experience in GAAP compliance, month-end close, and management and investor reporting.
Candidates should possess well-developed Analytical Skills, including the ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and make data-informed recommendations.
Extensive experience in accounting operations, including general ledger management, AP/AR, payroll coordination, and internal controls design.
Experience working with startups or high-growth companies and familiarity with finance systems, ERP tools, and CRM/revenue integrations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance team members.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA or equivalent professional certification is highly beneficial.
Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple client engagements and priorities.

Work arrangement
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