Director of Finance at National Rarities LLC – Saint Louis, Missouri

Job Title

Director of Finance

Reports To

The Director of Finance will report to the Chief Executive Officer

About National Rarities

National Rarities is a premier estate buying company based out of St. Louis, Missouri, steadily growing over 50% year over year. Partnering with jewelers across the nation, National Rarities offers 3 to 4 day estate buying events that provide customers an opportunity to bring their unwanted valuables for an honest evaluation and a no-obligation offer. We offer a positive, innovative culture that balances goal-oriented rewards, on-the-job training, and quarterly team-building sessions to engage a self-driven efficient team.

Job Overview

The Director of Finance will oversee all financial activities of the organization, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, reporting, cash management, and compliance. This role will serve as a key strategic partner to leadership, helping drive profitability, optimize costs, and support data-driven decision-making across a multi-location, event-based business model.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute financial strategy aligned with company growth goals
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on financial analysis
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes
• Build and maintain financial models to support event performance, revenue forecasting, and expansion planning
• Analyze key business drivers including event profitability, cost per acquisition, and inventory purchasing trends
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to leadership
• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital needs
• Oversee financial aspects of high-volume purchasing operations (estate buying events)
• Implement controls around cash handling and asset security across events
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations
• Manage audits and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
• Develop and enforce internal controls and financial policies
• Build, lead, and develop the finance and accounting team
• Establish scalable processes and systems to support company growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA or MBA preferred)
• 7–10+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles
• Experience in multi-location, retail, events, or asset-based businesses strongly preferred
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a growing company
• Experience with inventory-heavy or purchasing-focused businesses is a plus
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy company contributions toward premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Dependents Covered: Company contributions towards Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance to eligible dependents.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Paid Time Off: 15 PTO days available after just 60 days of employment.
• Annual Bonus: Receive a yearly bonus in addition to your salary.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid time off for recognized holidays.
• Professional Attire Reimbursement: A $250 clothing reimbursement available once per year towards professional attire.
• Phone Reimbursement: $20/month
• Family Leave: Maternity and Bonding Leave to support your family needs.
• Life Insurance: Company-paid Life Insurance Policy for added security.
• Long-Term Disability Coverage: Company-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Optional Coverage: Voluntary Short-Term Disability and Voluntary Additional Life Insurance options available.