Our client is a rapidly growing, middle-market industrial services business that is PE-owned. They are seeking to hire a Director of FP&A who will play a pivotal role in growing the company, both organically as well as through acquisitions, streamlining internal operations, and preparing the company for a future strategic exit.

The Director of FP&A will support the development and continuation of strategies that drive financial results and create enterprise value. The Director of FP&A will be expected to be a transformative and engaged leader, providing leadership and judgment in identifying, evaluating, and supporting value-creation initiatives. This person must have experience working for a PE-backed value creation environment and be able to demonstrate driving financial success and operational efficiencies.

Only local candidates in the greater Phoenix area will be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Meticulously optimize financial reporting systems
• Collaborate with private equity sponsors for exit strategy development and engage effectively with potential buyers or investors
• Regularly update the Value Creation Plan and lead the finance team through heightened due diligence
• Strengthen the Company’s FP&A function to elevate the commercial and operational value
• Oversee all treasury operations, incl. cash management, borrowings, risk management, and bank relations
• Manage an efficient financial structure that allows for best-in-class reporting, business intelligence, data analysis, accounting systems, processes, and control systems commensurate with being a PE-backed business
• Direct responsibility for accounting, treasury, audit, forecasting, strategic planning, legal, M&A and institutional financing
• Lead the IT organization, developing and overseeing the execution of the Company’s IT strategy
• With the company’s debt being publicly traded, this person will lead the strategy for effectively managing cash and keeping the business well-capitalized

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar field
• MBA preferred, not required
• CPA license preferred, not required
• Transaction Advisory services or investment banking experience
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A
• Background working for Private Equity-backed companies
• A proven track record of influencing outcomes positively
• Strong strategic financial leadership
• Ability to adapt to changes swiftly, and maintain resilience under the pressures of the exit landscape
• Prepare and maintain regular financial reports, and oversee the preparation of financial statements and all month/year-end closing activities, including external audits
• Ensure the timely closing of monthly financials

This onsite opportunity in the Phoenix area offers a salary between $150-175k and a bonus plus benefits. Reach out to Andrew@thehiringadvisors.com to learn more about this exciting opportunity.