Real is hiring a Director of Finance Operations

Real is seeking a Director of Finance Operations to manage accounting systems and operations for the US, Canada, and India. You will oversee daily accounting functions, ensure financial systems are integrated and efficient, and collaborate to improve financial reporting processes.

What You'll Do

• Lead and scale the US, Canada, and India finance operations teams, setting clear goals and fostering a high-performance culture
• Serve as a strategic partner to cross-functional leaders, supporting key initiatives and elevating recurring issues
• Provide day-to-day oversight of the AP invoice process and Payroll process, with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and risk mitigation
• Oversee financial systems and ERP integration, ensuring alignment with business processes and automation objectives
• Collaborate with the Business Transformation team to implement system enhancements and scalable controls in alignment with SOX-readiness
• Drive continued process improvement in multiple facets of the Finance team
• Leverage technology to automate financial processes and reporting
• Support evaluation and rollout of new platforms to optimize cost and operational efficiency
• Improve the structure and cadence of recurring financial tasks and reporting through process reengineering and team resourcing
• Ensure robust internal controls are maintained and continuously enhanced to support audit readiness
• Monitor KPIs for AP, AR, and broader finance operations; ensure metrics are driving business decisions and accountability
• Identify pain points and propose high-impact, cost-effective solutions that improve process efficiency, reduce risk, and scale with the business
• Support internal and external audits and compliance initiatives across all regions

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in finance operations, with a strong background in AP/AR, payroll, systems, and compliance
• Deep expertise in ERP systems and financial automation tools
• Strong understanding of financial controls and operational risk mitigation
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; capable of collaborating across departments and geographies
• Proven ability to drive transformation initiatives independently and lead through change
• Data-driven mindset with experience using KPIs to guide decision-making and performance improvement
• Demonstrated success managing and mentoring cross-border finance teams
• Ability to truly encompass our Company Core Values
• Must be based in the US

Nice to Have

• CPA or MBA
• Prior experience in a SOX-compliant environment
• Experience in high-growth or tech-enabled environments

Technical Stack

• ERP systems
• Financial automation tools

Team & Environment

You will lead the US, Canada, and India finance operations teams.

Work Mode

This is a fully remote position. Candidates must be based in the US.

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