Director - Finance Accounting

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Job Title:

Director – Finance & Accounting (North America & LATAM)

Location:

Dallas, TX
Department:
Finance

Reports to:

CFO
FLSA Status:
Salaried, Exempt

Summary:

The Director of Finance and Accounting is a pivotal leadership role at SKIDATA, Inc., responsible for overseeing financial
planning and analysis (FP&A), accounting operations in collaboration with Global Accounting Director, and compliance
functions for North America as well as Latin America (Chile, and Mexico) . This position plays a critical role in ensuring
financial accuracy, effective reporting, and robust forecasting while providing strategic financial guidance to support
business growth and profitability. The Director will lead a team of over 10 finance and accounting professionals, fostering a
culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Director is expected to be a true business
partner for the SVP of Americas

• Develop and execute the financial strategy to align with SKIDATA America’s business objectives
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide insights and recommendations based on financial data and metrics
• Drive strategic initiatives that enhance financial performance and operational efficiency

• Lead a team to run the forecasting and budgeting processes, utilizing KPIs and advanced modeling techniques to
  accurately project revenue and profitability
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis to monitor performance against profitability goals and recommend corrective
  actions
• Support the finance team in partnering with sales and regional teams in pipeline development analysis, including
  project pipeline and service contract reviews
• Collaborate on pricing strategies with sales and regional teams, with an emphasis on SaaS development and
  competitive positioning
• Implement and deploy key analytical reports that provide real-time insights into financial performance
• Support and guide the team to improve WC metrics and the company’s cash position

• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash
  management, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Ensure the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements for internal and external stakeholders
• Strengthen internal controls and processes to mitigate financial risks and ensure compliance with regulatory
  requirements and company policies

• Ensure adherence to GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through proactive analysis and controls
• Oversee audits and coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance and transparency

• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the finance and accounting team, promoting professional
  development and a culture of continuous learning
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and accountability among team members.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development through coaching and training

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in progressive finance, FP&A, accounting, with a track record of
  leadership and full P&L and BS management
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information
  clearly
• Strong analytical skills, excellent business acumen, and meticulous attention to detail
• Proven ability to build strong relationships, with effective negotiation and influencing skills across diverse cultures
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP and CRM systems, as well as Hyperion financial
  management
• Proficient in data visualization tools such as Power BI
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP or…