Director of Finance Jobs in Iowa

A Director of Finance plays a crucial role in the finance industry by overseeing all financial activities, planning for long-term financial goals, and generating financial reports. They assess and manage financial risks, supervise cash management activities, develop financial strategies, and ensure adherence to budgets. Their responsibilities also extend to the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the state and federal regulations. They oversee and support the finance team, monitor financial details to ensure legality and make investment plans.

Important skills for a Director of Finance include strong leadership, excellent communication, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of financial software and databases. They should be able to work with senior management and present financial information clearly and concisely. In terms of qualifications, they should have a degree in finance, economics, or a related field, although an MBA or a certification like a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is often preferred. Prior to becoming a Director of Finance, an individual may have roles such as Finance Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, or Chief Financial Officer.

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Assistant Director of Finance and Accounting

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 23 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY Assists in the championing, development, and implementation of property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand's...

Audit Manager VP - Financial Crimes/Transaction Monitoring/Investigations

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 23 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 23 hours ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Vice President, Audit Manager on the Financial Crimes Audit Team. The Financial Crimes Audit Team provides horizontal audit coverage of financial crimes...

Audit Manager, Executive Director - Financial Crimes/Investment & Commercial Banking

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an Executive Director on the Financial Crimes Audit Team. The Financial Crimes Audit Team provides horizontal audit coverage of financial crimes risk across...

Director, Financial and Sales Communications

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

General Motors Director, Financial and Sales Communications in Des Moines , Iowa Job Description This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Detroit, Michigan, you are...

Director of Finance

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director of Finance to join our dynamic team....

Controller (Nonprofit Industry) - West Des Moines or Cedar Rapids, IA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago

Coordinate and directs the financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities for all or part of an organization. Prepare financial information....

Controller - Accounting Manager

  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 8 days ago

Gpac just partnered with a rapidly growing manufacturing company that is seeking Financial Controller. This position is in your back yard. Qualifications: 4+ years minimum as a...

Controller - Accounting Manager

  • Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sergeant Bluff, IA
  • 8 days ago

Gpac just partnered with a rapidly growing manufacturing company that is seeking Financial Controller. This position is in your back yard. Qualifications: 4+ years minimum as a...

Controller - Accounting Manager

  • Ames, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 8 days ago

Gpac just partnered with a rapidly growing manufacturing company that is seeking Financial Controller. This position is in your back yard. Qualifications: 4+ years minimum as a...

Controller - Accounting Manager

  • Sibley, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sibley, IA
  • 8 days ago

Gpac just partnered with a rapidly growing manufacturing company that is seeking Financial Controller. This position is in your back yard. Qualifications: 4+ years minimum as a...

Controller

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago

Controller Palmer Group is assisting a client in their search for a Controller to manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, cash management, tax payments, and financial reporting. Experience in...

Director, Finance Resource Center

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago

OFFICE LOCATION Arlington, Virginia, USA This is a fully remote role unless chosen candidate prefers to work in a nearby TNC office. The role can be located anywhere that TNC is registered to...

Remote Work

Director of Finance Enterprise

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago

Lumen Director of Finance Enterprise in Des Moines , Iowa About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

Remote Work

Assistant Controller

  • Davenport, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 21 days ago

PB Leiner is one of the world's leading producers of high quality gelatins and collagen peptides. We supply a growing market in food, pharma, health nutrition and technical applications. In all...

Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 21 days ago
  • Sioux Center, IA
  • 21 days ago

Trans Ova Genetics company growth has led to the need for additional resources to lead corporate financial analysis, reporting and budgeting/forecasting efforts. The Director of FP&A will be in a...

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Highest Education Level

Director of Finances in Iowa offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.2%
Bachelor's Degree
44.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.0%


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