Director Finance Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary:

Responsible for aligning financial strategy with loanDepot’s overall business objectives through close collaboration with senior executive leadership. Leads financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and reporting at the business level with strong attention to detail focused on the Origination Channels, Fulfillment and ancillary businesses. Drives strategic initiatives that support short- and long-term growth, operational efficiency, and value creation. Evaluates the financial viability of key programs and initiatives through detailed analysis, and monitoring execution to ensure timely delivery, budget compliance, and realization of expected benefits. Oversees cross-functional financial coordination, ensuring integration across departments and maintaining strong engagement at the operational level. Actively contributes to business planning efforts and supports the development and execution of strategic priorities across the organization.

 Responsibilities:

• Leads the development and execution of annual budgets, long-term financial plans, and forecasting processes across assigned business units to support strategic decision-making.
• Gains deep expertise in business operations and technologies to provide relevant financial insight and support.
• Evaluates and advises on strategic planning options aimed at revenue growth, operational efficiency, and cost reduction, identifying opportunities to enhance business performance.
• Designs and implements scalable, efficient processes within Finance and across key support functions including Legal, Product, Technology, and HR.
• Oversees business-level projects, serving as a strategic partner and change agent to drive impactful results.
• Acts as a key liaison between Production, Support, and Corporate leadership teams to ensure alignment, representation, and effective communication.
• Partners with stakeholders to diagnose operational challenges, lead root cause analysis, interpret findings, and deliver actionable recommendations supported by data-driven reporting.
• Ensures alignment of financial projects and programs with enterprise-wide strategies and goals, serving as the Finance representative on cross-functional business unit initiatives.
• Maintains strict compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and corporate governance standards.
• Prepares and delivers detailed financial results and forecasts via executive-level presentations for senior leaders, including Business Unit Heads, Presidents, and the C-Suite.
• Provides strategic consultation to senior leadership on high-impact financial opportunities and challenges.
• Builds strong partnerships with cross-functional leaders to drive the successful execution of finance initiatives and manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
• Leads, mentors, and develops a high-performing finance team, promoting a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and performance excellence.
• Fosters collaboration and a positive team environment by promoting cohesion, professional growth, and shared success.
• Champions ongoing improvement of financial systems, processes, and reporting tools to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or minimum of ten (10) + years’ experience working in a similar field.
• Minimum five (5) + years of management experience preferred.
• Experience in the Financial Services sector required; Mortgage industry strongly preferred.

 Why work for #teamloanDepot: 

• Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set.
• Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
• Work with other passionate, purposeful, and customer-centric people.
• Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision.
• Wellness program to support both mental and physical health.
• Generous paid time off for both exempt and non-exempt positions.

About loanDepot:

loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) is a digital commerce company committed to serving its customers throughout the home ownership journey. Since its launch in 2010, loanDepot has revolutionized the mortgage industry with a digital-first approach that makes it easier, faster, and less stressful to purchase or refinance a home. Today, loanDepot enables customers to achieve the American dream of homeownership through a broad suite of lending and real estate services that simplify one of life's most complex transactions. With headquarters in Southern California and offices nationwide, loanDepot is committed to serving the communities in which its team lives and works through a variety of local, regional, and national philanthropic efforts.

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this role is between $125,000 and $175,000. Your base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors, including your job-related knowledge/skills, qualifications, experience, and market location. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

loanDepot, America's lender, matches borrowers through technology and high-touch customer care with the credit they need to fuel their lives. As a fast-growing national consumer lender, the loanDepot platform is disrupting finance by dissolving the lines between mortgage and nonmortgage credit.

The company has funded over $100 billion in loans since inception, and is passionate about emerging financial technology and dynamic product delivery supported by excellent customer service to empower consumers.

Headquartered in Southern California, loanDepot employs 5,400+ lending professionals across the country including 1,700+ licensed loan officers who hold 10,000+ licenses. The company operates 180+ local loan locations nationwide. NMLS # 174457