Director, Finance

Summary

Join Black & White Zebra (BWZ), a fast-growing digital media company, as their Finance Director. You will lead the financial strategy, ensuring efficient and sustainable scaling. As a strategic financial partner to the leadership team, you'll guide the company through growth complexities, maintain strong financial controls, and provide financial clarity for decision-making. You will manage the finance team, optimize processes, and contribute to long-term success. This role requires a strong financial background, leadership experience, and the ability to translate numbers into actionable insights. The position offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, and can be remote or hybrid.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or FP&A, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience in high-growth companies, ideally in media, tech, or digital businesses
• Strong background in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting
• Expertise in accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance
• Ability to lead and execute financial process improvements
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite), financial reporting/dashboard tools, and google sheets

Responsibilities

• Own the financial planning & analysis (FP&A) function, including forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
• Partner with leadership to drive financial strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals
• Lead financial risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including accounting, payroll, and cash flow management
• Develop and maintain robust financial controls and compliance frameworks
• Optimize financial processes to enhance efficiency and scalability
• Provide data-driven insights to support executive decision-making
• Work closely with revenue, marketing, and operations teams to drive profitability and cost optimization
• Lead financial modeling to support business cases for new initiatives, partnerships, and investments
• Support the leadership team in potential fundraising, M&A, or strategic investment initiatives
• Build strong relationships with external partners such as banks, investors, and auditors
• Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence
• Establish and refine financial processes to support the next phase of BWZ’s growth

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CFA, or MBA
• Experience in M&A, fundraising, or investor relations
• Knowledge of digital media, SaaS, or content-driven business models
• Familiarity with international financial operations

Benefits

• $130,000 - $180,000 a year
• Discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Remote or hybrid position