What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance position at United Communications?
IT’S NOT GOING OUT OF OUR WAY; IT IS OUR WAY!
At United Communications, we seek excellence in everything we do. We make it our mission to think ahead, make it easy, and make it personal. Every time. We’ve had the home team advantage for over 75 years, and we’re proud to serve the communities where we live, work, and play.
JOIN THE HOME TEAM
- Award-Winning Culture: 2023 & 2024 Best Places to Work
- Trusted Local Employer for over 75 Years: 4.7 Google Star Rating
- Commitment to Employee Well-Being & Satisfaction: Employee-Focused Benefit Offerings
- Top 100 Fiber-To-The-Home Leader
- Competitive Compensation, PTO, Paid Holidays, and more!
WHAT WE’RE OFFERING
United’s Director of Finance leads all aspects of finance, accounting, purchasing, and warehouse functions. They play a significant role in long-term strategic planning, including financial forecasting and budgets, while ensuring our capital is deployed efficiently and effectively. This role requires strong financial acumen, leadership skills, and the ability to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include the following, but other duties may be assigned as required.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive budgets and forecasts to support business planning and decision-making.
- Maintain compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including federal and state broadband grant compliance requirements.
- Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensure the accuracy of financial data, and mitigate financial risks.
- Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing coaching, guidance, and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinate external audits, manage audit processes, and implement audit recommendations to ensure compliance and transparency.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, coordinate tax filings, and work with external tax advisors to minimize tax liabilities.
- Manage cash flow and treasury functions to optimize liquidity and mitigate financial risks.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the department.
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth and profitability.
- Conduct financial analysis, performance monitoring, and variance analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field. MBA or CPA qualification preferred.
- 8 years’ experience in financial management, accounting, or controller roles; Telecom experience preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including on technical subject matter.
- Strategic mindset, with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions.
WHO WE ARE
United launched high-quality telephone service for our rural Middle Tennessee communities in 1947 and has evolved into an innovative internet service provider for consumers and businesses. Boasting the fastest internet speeds in the region as recognized by Broadband Now, United also delivers personalized user experience with local customer service, ranking as one of the industry’s best in customer satisfaction. United offers the latest technology in fiber optic, fixed wireless, and DSL internet, and was one of the first companies in Tennessee to introduce a Fiber-to-the-Home product to residential customers. United has partnered with Middle Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation to extend broadband to more residents and businesses in under-connected areas.
UNITED COMMUNICATION'S CORE VALUES:
We enrich our communities and the lives of our neighbors through reliable connections and passionate service.
- Safety – we assure the safety of everything we do.
- Service – we are responsive, informed, and easy to do business with.
- United – we communicate and collaborate.
- Integrity – we keep our promises and do the right thing even when no one is watching.
- Driven – we serve to win customers.
