Financial Director

Finance Director – Zebra Architecture

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Compensation: $175,000 – $210,000 base salary
Total Compensation Package: $230,000 – $260,000 (including annual performance bonuses)
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About the Company

Zebra Architecture is a globally recognized architecture and design firm ranked among the top in the world, known for its innovation, precision, and global design impact. With offices across multiple continents, Zebra delivers design excellence across diverse sectors, including retail, hospitality, and large-scale commercial projects. The firm’s culture is built on collaboration, creativity, and disciplined strategic growth—making it a unique environment for forward-thinking professionals ready to make a global financial impact.

Position Overview

Zebra Architecture is seeking an accomplished Finance Director to oversee and guide its global financial operations from its Phoenix, Arizona office. The ideal candidate is a CPA-certified finance leader with deep expertise in architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC) industries, and proven experience managing financial operations across multiple countries .

This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance hands-on financial management with high-level planning, analysis, and leadership. The Finance Director will play a key role in shaping Zebra’s growth strategy, evaluating acquisitions, improving global financial efficiency, and partnering with executive leadership to ensure profitability and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations across Zebra’s international offices, ensuring compliance with regional accounting standards and regulatory frameworks.

• Develop and implement strategic financial plans, annual budgets, and forecasts aligned with company growth and expansion goals.

• Oversee global accounting functions, cash flow management, and financial reporting.

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support leadership decisions, investment strategies, and resource allocation.

• Manage acquisition evaluations, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.

• Partner with the CEO and senior leadership on long-term strategic initiatives, capital planning, and financial risk management.

• Ensure efficient global tax structures, audit coordination, and intercompany financial systems.

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance staff to build a high-performance team.

• Implement and optimize financial technology systems for scalability and transparency.

Qualifications

• CPA required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).

• 15–30 years of progressive financial leadership experience in architecture, engineering, or construction industries.

• Proven international financial management experience across multiple countries and currencies.

• Demonstrated success in strategic planning, financial analysis, and mergers & acquisitions.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and international compliance standards.

• Advanced proficiency with ERP and financial management systems (e.g., Deltek, SAP, Oracle).

• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.

• Bilingual required (Spanish or Portuguese strongly preferred).

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $175,000 – $210,000

• Total compensation potential: $230,000 – $260,000 with annual performance bonuses

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plan with employer match

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Professional development and continuing education support

About Luxus Group Recruiting

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