Financial Consultant jobs in United States

About the Company

A fast-growing organisation at the intersection of financial services and technology, this company is dedicated to transforming how people access and engage with financial products. With a strong mission rooted in community impact and innovation, it operates with a clear focus on growth, compliance, and long-term value creation.

Mission

To provide strategic financial leadership and oversight, ensuring the financial health and sustainable growth of the company. This includes effective budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and capital structure optimisation. The finance function will act as a strategic partner across departments, ensuring regulatory compliance while driving profitability and enabling innovation.

Key Outcomes

Financial Strategy & Planning

Design and execute a financial strategy aligned with the company’s objectives, supporting scalable growth and operational excellence.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Deliver accurate and timely financial forecasts and budgeting reports to the executive team, enabling effective decision-making and proactive financial planning.

Capital Structure Optimisation

Continuously evaluate and enhance the capital structure to support agility, efficiency, and readiness for growth opportunities.

Profitability Management

Collaborate across functions to identify and implement strategies that improve margins and overall financial performance.

Cash Flow Management

Ensure strong cash flow management practices are in place, maintaining operational liquidity and readiness. Deliver and regularly update a cash flow risk and continuity plan.

Compliance & Reporting

Lead on full financial compliance and regulatory reporting, ensuring transparent, timely, and audit-ready processes.

Risk Management

Develop and maintain a robust financial risk management framework, proactively identifying and mitigating potential financial risks.

Team Leadership & Development

Build, lead, and retain a high-performing finance team. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, development, and succession planning.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Aligns financial strategy with business goals to ensure long-term sustainability and growth.
• Analytical & Data-Driven: Uses insights to drive decisions on budgeting, forecasting, and performance optimisation.
• Risk Management Expertise: Anticipates and mitigates financial risk with forward-thinking frameworks.
• Capital Raising & Investor Relations: Experienced in managing investor communications and supporting fundraising efforts.
• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Ensures all financial practices align with applicable regulations and standards.
• Operational Efficiency: Improves cost structures and streamlines processes to boost financial performance.
• Leadership & Team Development: Inspires, mentors, and retains top talent while preparing the team for future leadership needs.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Navigates change with agility and delivers effective solutions to complex challenges.