Director of Finance (Controller and FP&A)

Posted 5 Days Ago
Hiring Remotely in Denver, CO, USA
In-Office or Remote
160K-180K Annually
Expert/Leader
Information Technology • Social Impact • Financial Services
Empowering charter schools and non-profits with financial management and operational support.
The Role
The Director of Finance leads financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, budgeting, and strategic initiatives while managing a finance team and improving financial performance.
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About the Company:
 
Charter Impact empowers mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals through personalized support in finance, operations, and business management. We accomplish this through enthusiastic collaboration within our team and with our clients to support their communities. We are a remote first company growing on a national scale and are continuously seeking qualified candidates to join us. Ideal candidates will be highly motivated professionals who are committed to supporting the team in an environment of growth and change.
 
Role Summary:
The Director of Finance is responsible for leading both strategic finance and accounting operations.  this role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while driving budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis to support business decision-making.  The director of Finance partners closely with executive leadership to improve financial performance, scale operations, and support growth initiatives. 
 
 
 
This position is remote to candidates based in AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, IL, MI, NC, NV, OR, SD, TN, TX, UT and/or WA.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting; including management of junior resources
  • Oversee preparation of financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
  • Manage all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and billing
  • Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure audit readiness
  • Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning processes
  • Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making and growth initiatives
  • Analyze financial performance, including revenue, margins, and cost drivers, and provide actionable insights
  • Build and maintain KPI dashboards and reporting tools for executive leadership
  • Partner with department leaders to drive financial accountability and performance improvements, including performance of individual states/regions and client-level variation
  • Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions
  • Support strategic initiatives including pricing, service line profitability, and market expansion
  • Assist with M&A activities including financial analysis, due diligence, and integration planning
  • Oversee financial systems, reporting infrastructure, and process improvements to support scalability
  • Lead, develop, and manage finance and accounting team members, including outsourced vendors/partners

Requirements

    Generally, any combination of education that would provide the required knowledge and skills for successful performance would qualify. A typical method of demonstrating these requirements would be:

    EDUCATION:

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred; MBA preferred

    EXPERIENCE:

    10–15+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance roles, including both controllership and FP&A responsibilities. Experience in professional services, multi-entity, or high-growth environments preferred. Demonstrated experience leading financial operations and strategic finance initiatives.

    KNOWLEDGE OF:

    • Advanced accounting principles, financial reporting, and GAAP compliance
    • Financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and modeling
    • Financial systems and tools (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, BI/reporting platforms)
    • Revenue recognition, internal controls, and audit processes
    • Purposes, methods, and practices of financial and accounting record keeping
    • Basic accrual accounting principles and procedures
    • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills
    • Proper and effective use of English grammar and communication skills
    • Ability to effectively listen to and empathize with customers
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      Candidates must also have the ability to:

      • Align with Charter Impact’s mission, vision, and core values
      • Maintain a collaborative team environment
      • Adapt quickly to change
      • Translate financial data into actionable insights
      • Work independently
      • Perform calculations accurately
      • Prepare accurate financial reports
      • Identify and correct errors
      •  

        Experience with the following is a plus:

        • QuickBooks Online, QBAO
        • Sage Intacct or similar platforms
        • Power BI or Tableau
        • ADP, Paychex, or Intuit payroll systems

What's in it for You?

  • At Charter Impact, we believe great work happens when people feel supported, trusted, and connected.
  • Remote‑first flexibility: Work where you do your best work, with flexible, remote, and hybrid options depending on role. We provide a company‑issued laptop and essential equipment to support a productive setup.
  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus multiple plan options to meet your needs.
  • Financial wellness & retirement: 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
  • Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential mental health support, counseling, and legal and financial resources for you and your household.
  • Time to recharge: Vacation accrual of up to four (4) weeks per year, plus 11 paid company holidays and a winter break from Christmas Day through New Year’s Day.
  • Connection & culture: Opportunities to build relationships through virtual and in‑person team events, with colleagues who care deeply about their work and impact.
  • Extra perks: Employee discounts, voluntary pet insurance, and an employee referral bonus program.

Charter Impact strives to be an employer of choice for highly motivated and mission-driven professionals. We are committed to fostering a team environment where all members work together to achieve common goals, and where staff are supported, challenged and inspired in their work.

Top Skills

Adp
MS Office
Paychex
Power BI
Quickbooks
Sage Intacct
Tableau
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The Company
HQ: Northridge, CA
100 Employees
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

Charter Impact empowers mission-driven organizations to achieve their goals through personalized support in finance, operations and business management. We accomplish this through enthusiastic collaboration within our team and with our clients. We believe that what we do has a positive, measurable impact on students, families and communities. We take pride in providing our clients with timely and accurate financial and student data information that can be utilized to make the best decisions for their organizations.

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