Director, Operational Finance
Company: Four Hands
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Join one of the fastest growing,
most dynamic companies in the furniture industry. For over 25
years, Four Hands has been a leading designer and wholesaler of
furniture and décor, helping people create spaces that feel like
home. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies
and named one of Austin's Top Workplaces year after year. We invest
in exceptional people — with a team of over 800 and growing —
fostering our employees' careers and celebrating them at every step
of the way. Four Hands is where passion meets purpose and where
your next chapter begins. The Director of Operational Finance
serves as a strategic finance leader, responsible for aligning
financial planning and performance management with core operational
functions, including supply chain, and inventory. This role is
accountable for driving financial visibility, cost efficiency, and
operational excellence through strong business partnership and
data-driven decision-making. Reporting directly to the CFO, the
Director will lead a high-impact team and collaborate closely with
executive leadership to support both short-term execution and
long-term strategic initiatives. In This Role Operational Finance
Leadership & Financial Stewardship Own the vision, strategy, and
execution of the Operational Finance function, with primary
accountability across: Supply Chain Finance (distribution,
logistics, transportation, warehousing) Inventory (valuation,
accuracy, turns, and reconciliation) Serve as a trusted advisor to
the CFO and executive team by translating operational performance
into forward-looking financial insights and risk-aware
recommendations Drive alignment between operational execution and
financial outcomes to enable scalable, profitable growth Supply
Chain & Operational Finance Provide strategic financial leadership
across supply chain and logistics to identify cost efficiencies,
optimize network design, and support capacity and volume planning
Partner closely with Operations, Logistics, and Production leaders
to evaluate tradeoffs between cost, service levels, and inventory
investment Deliver timely, data-driven insights on operational
performance to inform day-to-day and long-range decisions Inventory
Control Oversee inventory control and valuation processes to ensure
financial accuracy, operational integrity, and strong internal
controls Strengthen alignment between physical inventory movement,
systems Leadership & Team Management Lead and mentor team to align
with Four Hands' strategic objectives Facilitate effective
communication and collaboration among team members, encouraging the
sharing of ideas and best practices to drive innovation and
successful implementation of digital solutions Foster individual
growth and skill enhancement through regular feedback, training
sessions, and professional development opportunities
Collaboratively establish clear, measurable goals for the team that
align with broader organizational objectives, ensuring
accountability and focus Monitor progress towards goals through
regular check-ins and performance reviews, providing constructive
feedback and guidance to help the team achieve their targets
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team
members to analyze performance outcomes, identify areas for
enhancement, and propose innovative solutions to overcome
challenges Develop and manage the department's budget, ensuring
efficient allocation of resources and alignment with business
priorities Develop and implement strategies to achieve departmental
and organizational objectives Evaluate industry trends and leverage
insights to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge Build
and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, both
internal and external, to facilitate collaboration and alignment
Other Duties Other duties as assigned, in accordance with training
and qualifications Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member
of the Four Hands Team Be open and honest Reach for excellence Act
with responsibility Value the whole person Enjoy the journey The
Ideal Person Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related
field (MBA or CPA preferred) 10 years of progressive finance
experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role supporting
operations Experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
strongly preferred Proven ability to lead and develop
high-performing teams Strong analytical, communication, and
business partnering skills About Four Hands Headquartered in
Austin, Texas, since 1996, Four Hands crafts furniture, art and
décor — pieces that are all about creating space. Timeless,
thoughtful designs with endless possibilities. Pieces meant to be
experienced and form a whole that feels like home. Our trade
customers range from interior designers to large retailers who rely
on our expertise to grow and guide their business to success. We
treat our partners as part of the Four Hands family, championing
them and rooting for their every win. And, we are constantly
pursuing better — from sourcing the finest materials and finishes
to seeking fresh inspiration to elevate our designs — we are never
settled, never done. Four Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Four Hands recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment
its employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age,
disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital
status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Visit
www.FourHands.com for more information.
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