Director of Finance

Job Summary:

The director of Finance will oversee and manage the financial, contractual, and compliance aspects of companies. Company operations include but are not limited to Guiding, Property management, Automotive services, and Water Transportation. This role requires strategic financial oversight, budget management, and ensuring the companies are fiscally healthy while supporting business growth.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
• At least two years of experience in a high-level accounting position. Experience in tourism preferred.
• Must be proficient in Outlook and Microsoft Office products
• Willingness to help in other areas as needed including but not limited to, driving/guiding tours, expedition sales, assisting Skagway office.
• Willingness to travel between Haines and Skagway multiple times per week in the summer season.
• Be located/relocate to Haines Alaska.

Key Responsibilities:

Insurance Management:

• Manage and maintain company insurance policies across all operations, ensuring adequate coverage and compliance with state and federal laws. This includes but is not limited to audits, additionally insured compliance, and policy maintenance.

Pricing Strategy:

• Develop and maintain pricing strategies for all services, ensuring competitive and profitable pricing across all operations.

Contract Oversight:

• Review, negotiate, and manage all vendor, partner, and client contracts, ensuring favorable terms for the company.

Budget Management:

• Oversee company budgets, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
  • Acquisitions: manage financial due diligence for potential acquisitions and ensure smooth integration into existing business lines.
  • Financial Planning: lead the company's long-term financial planning and strategy development.

Human Resources Management:

• Includes but is not limited to:
  • Oversee payroll processes, including blanket wage changes, ensuring timely and accurate payments to staff across all sectors.
  • Oversee correct payment of federal and state payroll taxes.
  • Oversee workers' compensation claims.