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Director of Finance

Terraphase Engineering Inc.
Oakland, CA, United States
$150K-$220K a year
Full-time

Terraphase is an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Finance to join our executive management team. The Director of Finance will play a key role in driving financial strategy and ensuring the long-term financial health and sustainability of the company.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, accounting, strategic growth, and planning. This role will report to the President of the Company.

The Role

  • Develop and execute financial strategies to support the company's short-term and long-term goals.
  • Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash flow management.
  • Evaluate and mitigate financial risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Lead financial planning and analysis efforts to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency.
  • Lead financial analysis and decision support to evaluate business opportunities and investments.
  • Collaborate with other members of the executive management team to drive business performance and operational excellence.
  • Develop and utilize financial analysis tools to identify opportunities for process and efficiency improvements and overseeing the implementation of these improvement.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Mentor and develop accounting team members to support their professional growth and the success of the organization. Including lead, supervise, and develop accounting staff of approximately 10.
  • Assist in management of client, partner and subcontractor relationships.
  • Stay informed about environmental and civil engineering industry trends and best practices, applying knowledge to enhance Terraphase’s competitive position.
  • Oversee the outside CPA preparation of federal, state and local tax returns and related documentation.
  • Oversee outside CPA compilation / review / audit of company financial statements.

Who You Are

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in the environmental or engineering consulting or related industry.
  • Strong understanding of Deltek Ajera.
  • Experience in migrating financial management software (Deltek Ajera to Deltek Vision).
  • Proven track record of success in senior financial leadership roles, preferably within the environmental or engineering consulting or related industry.
  • Strong understanding of financial principles, including GAAP compliance, IFRS compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
  • Strong financial acumen, with expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
  • Experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, and risk management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic initiatives that drive business results.
  • Proven leadership skills, with a track record of building high-performing teams and driving an excellent team culture, including living Terraphase’s Core Values (TerraValues).

Who We Are

We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges.

We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives.

The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides high-quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations.

We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees.

Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.

Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.

Benefits

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition / Licensing / Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company-sponsored events.

EOE STATEMENT

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M / V / F / D)

Salary

Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location with a range of $150,000-$220,000.

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