Director, Corporate Finance Jobs

Discover Director, Corporate Finance opportunities for experienced finance leaders ready to guide strategy, strengthen financial performance, and support major business decisions. These senior roles typically partner with executive teams to oversee planning, capital allocation, forecasting, and financial analysis. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, focused on professional positions paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Corporate Finance Do?

A Director of Corporate Finance helps shape an organization's financial direction. Responsibilities may include leading budgeting and forecasting, evaluating investments and capital needs, analyzing business performance, and presenting recommendations to senior leadership. Depending on the company, the role may also oversee treasury, mergers and acquisitions, corporate development, or investor-related analysis.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field, along with substantial experience in corporate finance or financial leadership. An MBA or credentials such as a CPA or CFA may be valued for some positions. Strong candidates bring strategic thinking, financial modeling expertise, communication skills, and the ability to lead teams and influence decisions across the business.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Director-level corporate finance roles are available across industries, including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, and consumer businesses. The scope varies by organization: some positions focus on enterprise-wide planning, while others specialize in areas such as capital markets, acquisitions, or business-unit finance. Compensation and responsibilities depend on factors such as location, company size, industry, and experience.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions aligned with your finance leadership experience and career goals.

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$85K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving growth through strategic client relationships and complex deal structuring. Manage a high-value commercial lending portfolio while leading business development initiatives a...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in financial services. Drive growth through recruitment, mentorship, and performance coaching while maintaining your own production. Shape a culture of excel...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Unlock strategic financial insights by building a new FP&A function, driving forecasting, planning, and performance reporting to support decision-making across multiple service lines and enhance busin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Collaborate closely with founders to prioritize tasks, streamline processes, and ensure impactful execution across all func...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $165K *

Empower our audit team by leading the internal control program, ensuring compliance with SOX, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with senior leaders to assess risks and mentor junior st...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading accounting activities, enhancing processes, and developing a high-performing team. Collaborate with finance leaders to ensure accurate reporting and strengthe...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Build and innovate financial operations from the ground up while overseeing strategic decisions. Collaborate with leadership to create robust systems for growth, ensuring accurate reporting and strong...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $337K *

Transform the global Accounting & Fund Administration landscape by leading innovative strategies and operations that prioritize client success, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer financial strategies that drive commercial success and profitability. Lead analysis and decision support for Sales and RGM, ensuring robust financial governance from Gross Sales to Contributio...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Drive the financial reporting function by leading a team to ensure accurate, timely delivery of financial information, oversee audits, and implement process improvements while supporting strategic ini...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence across multiple entities. Oversee financial operations, cash flow management, and strategic planning while providing insights to executive leadership fo...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Partner with us to lead financial planning and analysis for our North America Office portfolio, driving budgeting, forecasting, and investment performance while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$185K - $280K *

Shape the future of AI Cloud by driving strategic partnerships and M&A initiatives. Collaborate across teams to align commercial and technical strategies, while managing complex relationships and exec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Explore a leadership role where you will drive tax advisory services, mentor talent, and enhance client relationships in a dynamic environment. Make a significant impact on business growth while devel...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative Enterprise Performance Management solutions, managing client engagements, and fostering long-term relationships while driving business development and team lea...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Lead and own the end-to-end data architecture for a modern finance platform, ensuring high data quality and governance, while managing a team, fostering relationships, and driving strategic implementa...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform Canada's venture capital landscape by leveraging investment acumen, governance skills, and stakeholder relationships to drive impactful government-backed initiatives and optimize fund perfor...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Take ownership of financial operations and regulatory compliance for a leading broker-dealer. Drive the transition to an in-house FinOp function, ensuring adherence to SEC and FINRA regulations while...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of financial leadership by overseeing budgeting, planning, and compliance processes. Collaborate with senior management to drive strategic initiatives and ensure financial integrity a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Transform financial strategies by leading analysis and planning for IT investments, driving insights that influence decision-making and enhance operational efficiency across a dynamic corporate enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $102K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Financial Analyst, partnering with IT leaders to drive financial planning, analyze technology investments, and provide strategic insights that influence key business de...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$92K - $110K *

Transform your career by partnering with IT leaders to drive financial strategy, enhance decision-making, and influence technology investments. This role offers a chance to expand your impact and prep...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $100K *

Lead strategic financial analysis to drive decision-making and optimize technology investments. Collaborate with IT leaders to enhance financial planning and reporting, while preparing for future lead...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$93K - $143K *

Elevate procurement strategies and processes across the organization, driving efficiency and cost savings. Lead vendor management, compliance, and performance metrics to enhance value and mitigate ris...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$244K - $305K *

Drive financial strategy and analysis for global commercialization efforts, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and support successful product launches in the biopharmace...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Corporate Finance do?question toggle

    A Director of Corporate Finance leads or supports core financial activities such as planning, budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation, performance analysis, and strategic decision-making. The exact scope varies by company.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Corporate Finance jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related discipline and extensive relevant experience. Some prefer an MBA or professional credentials such as a CPA or CFA.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Corporate Finance?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include financial modeling, forecasting, strategic analysis, leadership, executive communication, and the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations.

  • Where do Director, Corporate Finance professionals work?question toggle

    These professionals work in organizations across many sectors, including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, financial services, and consumer businesses.

  • How can I find Director, Corporate Finance jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details.