AVP, Associate Director – Operations & Financial Strategy

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide leadership and management for the finance and operations functions at EFD.

• Direct strategic initiatives and ongoing efficiency improvements, which include system specifications and security.

• Identify operational risks, implement necessary controls, and ensure readiness for audits.

• Participate in the EFD Leadership Committee to oversee strategic direction, operational performance, systems strategy, and risk management.

• Manage core EFD systems, including their configuration, workflows, permissions, integrations, and data flows.

• Oversee system upgrades, enhancements, new module implementations, transformational projects, and cross-functional workstreams.

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and key risk indicators (KRIs).

• Collaborate with development teams to improve Salesforce, Aspire, and .NET capabilities.

• Develop, manage, and track the EFD budget, presenting it to the EFD Leadership Committee.

• Lead the annual budget development and ongoing financial management for each business unit.

• Oversee business-within-a-business reporting, KPIs, profitability analysis, and forecasting.

• Create and maintain pro formas for new products, industries, pricing strategies, and strategic initiatives.

• Generate forecasts and scenario analyses to aid in strategic decision-making and growth planning.

• Mentor and nurture professionals in finance, operations, and core systems.

• Direct performance management, staffing, talent development, and cross-training initiatives.

• Facilitate strategic meetings with executives, team leaders, and business partners.

• Communicate KPIs, KRIs, challenges, and solutions to senior management.

• Present information to senior leaders and large internal audiences.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or finance from an accredited four-year college or university.

• 7+ years of relevant experience.

• 3+ years in a leadership role.

• Demonstrated experience in workflow optimization, budget management, fee process discipline, and KPI-driven oversight.

• Strong expertise in core systems, data flows, and system integrations.

• Ability to translate business strategy into operational, financial, and system requirements.

• In-depth knowledge of equipment finance.

• Proficiency in English.

• Capacity to sit for extended periods and meet the specified physical requirements.

• Capability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401k Plan.

• Healthcare options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Telehealth, and Life insurance.

• 12-week Paid Parental Leave and Medical Leave, with a maximum of 20 weeks for eligible team members qualifying for both.

• $5,000 Family Care Reimbursement covering childcare, elder care, student loan debt, pet expenses, down payment assistance, and health insurance premiums.

• PTO ranging from 13 to 23 days based on tenure, with options for cashout and carryover.

• 10 Days of Sick Time.

• 11 Paid Holidays.

• 4 Days of Volunteer Time.

• 2 Days of Self Allowance Time.

• Tuition Assistance.

• Competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program.