Director - Operations - Technology Driven Architecture Firm

Reporting to the CEO serving as an integral member of the senior management team, the person responsible for the development of the organization's strategic goals. In addition to the strategic components, the person will be responsible for developing and implementing more sophisticated policies and procedures in the general operational realms. This is an outstanding opportunity for a person with experience and a proven track record of creative problem-solving and change management to join in a high-growth, mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities

Strategy, Vision and Leadership

- Advise the president and other key members of senior management on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, investment priorities, and policy matters.

- Serve as the management liaison to the board and audit committee; effectively communicate and present critical financial matters at select board of directors and committee meetings.

- Contribute to the development of the organization's strategic goals and objectives as well as the overall management of the organization.

- Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping the president informed of all critical issues.

- Represent the organization externally, as necessary, particularly in banking and lease negotiations.

Team Development/Leadership

- Oversee, direct, and organize the work of the finance and operations teams.

- Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.

- Ensure staff members receive timely and appropriate training and development.

- Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance appraisals, and administer salary adjustments.

- Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results.

Operations

- Upgrade and implement an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, accounting standards, and procedures.

- Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual budget process.

- Provide analytical support to the internal management team including development of internal management reporting capabilities.

- Improve administrative and operational accounting services such as treasury management, payroll, accounts payable, and purchasing