Director, Finance

ViaPath Technologies is seeking a Director, Finance, to join our team in Falls Church, VA.  The Director, reporting directly to the SVP, Finance, will lead a finance team responsible for the timely analysis and delivery of key financial information to both internal and external stakeholders. This position has oversight of internal revenue and cost reporting, month-end analysis, reporting and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.  Key deliverables include monthly financial reports, performance analytics, lender decks, board briefings, rolling forecasts, annual financial plans, long range plans, as well as operating and capital budgets.

This position is a hybrid opportunity based at the ViaPath office located in Falls Church, VA.

• Act as a strategic partner to the SVP, Finance and CFO to ensure alignment of financial and business strategy, focusing on activities and initiatives that drive value and transparency.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic business plans and execute key operating initiatives.
• Coordinate and prepare key deliverables including the monthly financial report, quarterly business reviews, annual budget, internal reporting, lender materials and Board of Directors presentations.
• Work closely with the accounting organization in support of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Lead monthly P&L analysis and drive finance team to complete regular analysis and key variance explanations (versus plan, forecast, prior year) for primary financial metrics such as revenue, gross profit, operating costs, and capital expenditures.
• Evaluate current and past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales, expenses, and capital expenditures with an eye on driving higher ROI across all major investment areas.
• Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision making purposes.
• Build and enhance financial models used to forecast and report the company’s revenue and other key business metrics.
• Model positive change management, leading individuals, and teams through new or updated financial models and methodologies, creating opportunities for discussion and deliberation.
• Manage scheduling, resource allocation and calendars associated with financial planning and reporting activities to include financial budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans.
• Provide leadership and editorial oversight over the reporting and visualization of key business analytics and metrics. Create and maintain a variety of corporate metrics and dashboards.
• Create strong partnerships with senior leaders across each functional area.
• Manage and grow a team of finance professionals, providing strategic direction, day-to-day work management, and career path development.
• Maintain compliance with corporate policies, procedures and controls and external regulatory requirements.

• A minimum of 10 years finance experience to include a minimum of 6 years leading/managing teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field required. CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, including superior financial and data modeling, Excel, and database skills are required; ability to manage and build integrated models.
• Demonstrated, successful experience collaborating with business leaders to include executive management.
• Strong work ethic and integrity. Ability to make consistent and timely decisions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and delegate as needed.
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• Experience with reporting, forecasting and data visualization tools. Working knowledge of Microsoft D365 and Power BI, a plus.
• Detail oriented with proven experience in managing in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines.
• Strong project management, planning, and organization skills.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvement and standards of excellence.
• Proven ability to develop, communicate, motivate, and influence teams to achieve results.Effective interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working with private equity is a plus.

ViaPath, an innovation leader in correctional technology, education solutions that assist in rehabilitating inmates, and payment services solutions for government. ViaPath leads the fields of correctional technology, education, and government payment services with visionary solutions and customized products that integrate seamlessly to deliver security, financial value, and operational efficiencies while aiding inmate rehabilitation and reducing recidivism rates.

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