Finance Director Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Finance Director includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Directing financial planning and strategy.
  • Analyzing and reporting on financial performance.
  • Overseeing audit and tax functions.
  • Reviewing departmental budgets.
  • Assessing, managing, and minimizing risk.
  • Analyzing complex financial data.
  • Managing internal controls.
  • Developing and implementing accounting policies.
  • Preparing forecasts and comprehensive budgets.
  • Training accounting staff.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Finance Director duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Finance Director roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.