Cost Accountant (Elgin)

Jobot
Elgin, IL
Rapidly growing FinTech company seeks hands-on Director of Finance

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Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

Rapidly growing Financial Services/ FinTech company

Why join us?

Substantial performance based bonuses annually
Equity stake that can increase with proven performance
Fully remote schedule with minimal travel (1 or 2 times per quarter)
Generous 401k matching
Unlimited PTO
Medical, Dental, Vision

Job Details

Job Details:
We are currently on the hunt for a dynamic and strategic Director of Finance to join our fast-paced team. This role is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our company's financial success by driving financial strategy, capital efficiency, and revenue modeling. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial risk assessment and implementing pricing strategies. This position requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement strategic financial models and forecasts to achieve the company's short and long-term goals.
2. Oversee the development of pricing strategies to maximize profits and market share while ensuring customer satisfaction.
3. Manage and monitor capital efficiency, ensuring optimal use of resources and identification of potential areas for cost reduction.
4. Lead revenue modeling efforts to accurately project future revenues and identify potential areas for growth.
5. Conduct financial risk assessments to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
6. Collaborate with senior management to align financial management with short and long-term company objectives.
7. Oversee the preparation of all financial reporting and ensure its accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
8. Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and mutual respect.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. An MBA or CFA preferred.
2. Minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar role within the financial services, FinTech, or insurance industry.
3. Proven experience in pricing strategy, capital efficiency, 3 statement modeling, and financial risk assessment.
4. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to manage complex financial scenarios.
5. Exceptional leadership skills with experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
6. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
7. Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting processes.
8. Proficiency in financial software and databases.
9. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
10. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.

Join us and play a pivotal role in driving our company's financial success. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment. If you are a strategic thinker with a strong financial acumen and a passion for driving business success, we would love to hear from you.

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Posted 2026-03-07

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