Director of Finance

About FirstClose:

FirstClose is an innovative, dynamic and leading finance technology provider that designs, develops, and delivers best-in-class nationwide property & borrower data intelligence and settlement services to financial institutions in real estate and mortgage lending. Our innovative platform (a proprietary Sofware-as-a-Service application (SaaS)) has streamlined the loan process for over 400 lending institutions by directly integrating with existing loan origination systems to deliver instant property data, valuation, title, and settlement services, all in one place efficiently. Our mission is to empower lenders and their borrowers with cutting-edge solutions, enhance efficiency and drive success in the ever-evolving mortgage industry. We are continually growing and evolving. FirstClose operates on five core values: 1) Clients First - Focus on the market and needs of our clients. 2) Accountability - Be the change you seek, 3) Passion - Develop new ways to do things. 4) Respect - Build a culture of trust and transparency. 5) Engagement - Foster inclusion and collaboration.

Group: Finance

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

The Director of Finance will oversee all aspects of the company’s financial operations.   The duties and responsibilities of a director of finance include the following:

• Oversees day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger. 
• Prepares detailed financial reports on the company’s performance.
• Ensures that financial reports comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.
• Implements new software in the finance department for improved reporting and billing. 
• Manages accounting personnel and provides ongoing training.
• Communicates with external auditors and provides required statements and information for the annual audit.
• Ensures financial internal control processes are carried out properly.
• Recognizes patterns in the company’s spending and revenue and makes recommendations for resolving any issues.
• Manages banking relationships.
• Identifies and recommends updates to accounting processes and procedures.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Experience implementing ERP and/or Billing system software strongly preferred.
• Five years or more of related experience required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation strongly preferred.
• Public auditing experience preferred.