Fractional Director of Finance and Accounting

Fractional Director of Finance and Accounting

Part-Time, Hybrid with on-site days in Playa Vista, California as required for strong fulfillment of responsibilities and oversight 

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Fractional Director of Finance & Accounting to support our executive team with high-level financial guidance, accounting oversight, and operational advising. This role acts as a strategic advisor to the President and accounting advisor to the Controller, bringing deep expertise in financial compliance, reporting, risk management, and strategic planning. Ideal for a seasoned finance professional who thrives in a flexible, part-time consulting environment, this role plays a critical part in guiding financial decision-making and ensuring regulatory and operational excellence.

Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, ideally in senior leadership or advisory roles.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, government accounting standards, and tax compliance.
• Experience in the aerospace and defense manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with internal/external audits and financial reporting.
• Hands-on involvement in strategic transactions (funding, M&A, JVs).
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Knowledge of risk management, insurance, and capital allocation best practices.
• Excellent communication and executive-level advisory skills.
• Prior experience in a fractional or consulting finance role preferred.

Responsibilities:

Advisory & Oversight

• Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the President and support the Controller on accounting best practices.
• Identify operational and financial shortfalls and provide corrective policy guidance.

Tax & Compliance

• Provide tax consultation and planning support.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and government accounting standards.
• Support adherence to applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations.

Transactional Support

• Advise on and support transaction execution, including:
• Fundraising
• Partnerships
• Joint ventures (JVs)
• Mergers & acquisitions (M&A)

Audit Coordination

• Oversee and coordinate internal and external audits.
• Review and support the preparation of:
• Financial statements
• Regulatory filings
  Forecasts and projections

Strategic Finance

• Conduct profitability analysis and activity-based costing.
• Provide guidance on capital allocation strategies.
• Assess and manage insurance coverage and risk management frameworks.

Compensation:

• Part-Time, $250/hour 
• Subsidized daily catered lunch, snacks and coffee

You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State