Finance Director

The purpose of this job is to lead the forecasting, budgeting, and executive reporting of the assigned business. This person is responsible for developing operational analysis to aid in the understanding of business trends as well as early identification of issues to be addressed and communicated with senior management. This person will also be responsible for the calculation of ROI on growth opportunities as well as the subsequent review of performance of these opportunities post execution. 

 

Duty or Responsibility

Develops and maintains all forms of financial planning (forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans) to ensure clear financial visibility of business operations and trends and drives the business to achieve financial goals.

Leads financial analysis based on current and historical data assists the organization with key decision-making.

Actively engages in the development, support and review of:

• alternative strategies
• operating assumptions
• investment decisions
• business strategies

Oversees and builds financial models to allow senior leadership an effective means to identify or assist with decision making.

Participates in and reviews the analysis, design and implementation of metrics and reporting, and refines existing metric criteria and relevance to the business.

Develops standardized approaches related to key financial processes while identifying opportunities to eliminate re-work & redundancies.

Assists senior management with presenting conclusions and recommendations on emerging financial issues and strategy.

Develops the financial planning team through effective recruiting, development, and mentoring.

Additional duties as assigned.

About Music & Arts

Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.

The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day.

Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225+ retail stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations.

 

Qualifications

To join our band, you'll need the following experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Economics or Finance,(4 years of relevant work experience may be substitutable)
• 8+ years of relevant work experience
• Advanced Excel modeling skills

Why Guitar Center? Here's just some of the rewards:

For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave--take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Guitar Center offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

Pay Rate: $140,000 - $175,000/yr depending on background and experience.

This position is eligible to participate in the Music & Arts Company bonus program based on Company performance.

The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The