Director of Finance and Accounting

Director of Finance and Accounting

Maple Valley, WA | Full-time | Salary | Onsite | Benefits Eligible | M-F
Total Cash Compensation D.O.E. $138,000-$176,000

CAF - Who We Are:

CAF is Latin for Citius, Altius, Fortius meaning, Faster, Higher, Stronger – which drives us to continuously grow and improve ourselves and each other. We don't just manufacture sustainable cleaning products - we partner with our customers to deliver consistently clean and customer-ready experiences across all their locations.

CAF believes in the value of clean. Our goal is to produce the most effective, innovative cleaning solutions available and provide training and execution support to ensure safer and cleaner outdoor experiences.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a finance leader who can help strengthen our financial foundation while supporting strategic growth and operational excellence.

What you’ll do:

As CAF’s Director of Finance and Accounting, you will serve as the company’s senior finance leader and strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team. This role oversees the company’s accounting operations, financial systems, and financial planning processes while helping guide key business decisions and long-term growth initiatives.

You will lead a small but capable finance and accounting team and ensure that CAF maintains strong financial discipline while continuing to scale.

Key responsibilities include:

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to guide financial strategy, long-term planning, and key business decisions.


• Lead company forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis to improve visibility into margins, growth, and operational efficiency.


• Support strategic initiatives including market expansion, capital allocation decisions, and acquisition opportunities.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.


• Ensure accurate financial statements, strong internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including oversight of CAF’s international entity (CAF BV – Netherlands).


• Coordinate with external CPA and global tax partners for annual filings, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting requirements.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Partner with the CEO in managing banking relationships and treasury strategy.


• Maintain visibility into company cash position and forecasting while developing strategies to responsibly deploy excess cash.


• Oversee payment systems, credit facilities, and insurance coverage while managing financial risk.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Own CAF’s financial systems and related technology platforms, managing external partners supporting systems such as Dynamics GP, Avalara, SmartConnect, and Power BI.


• Lead financial process improvements that increase efficiency, reporting accuracy, and data accessibility.


• Support and help lead the company’s planned ERP transition within the next 12 months.

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop CAF’s finance and accounting team, including Staff Accountant, Senior Accounting Specialist (AR/AP), Order Entry & Invoicing Specialist, and Data Analyst.


• Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous improvement within the department.


• Align team priorities and workflows to support company goals and cross-functional collaboration.

Strategic Projects & Growth Initiatives

• Support acquisition opportunities through financial modeling, diligence preparation, and integration planning.


• Partner with external advisors including CPAs, legal counsel, and investment banking partners when pursuing transactions.


• Lead special projects that improve operational efficiency, financial visibility, and business performance.

What You Will Need to Succeed:

• 7+ years of finance, accounting management experience


• Excellent leadership skills and interpersonal abilities


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or comparable work experience)


• Proven success in a fast-paced and dynamic company


• Strong strategic thinking and planning / organizational skills


• Experience in partnering with an executive team, and have a high level of written and oral communication skills


• High attention to detail and strong organizational habits


• Professional and consistent work habits, strong work ethic, driven to achieve personal and company goals


• Reside within 18 miles from CAF Office (Maple Valley, 98038)


• Satisfy pre-employment drug testing and background check

Our Culture:

At CAF, our culture is grounded in ownership, communication, and execution. We are a growing, entrepreneurial company that values people who take initiative, think creatively, and work collaboratively to solve problems. Our team is down-to-earth, hardworking, and committed to delivering exceptional results for our customers while supporting one another along the way. We aim to move quickly, value practical solutions, and encourage leaders to bring ideas forward that improve how we operate and grow. While we work hard and hold high standards, we also believe strongly in balance—our people are encouraged to recharge, spend time with family and friends, and bring their best selves to work each day. 

Reports to:

The Director of Finance and Accounting reports directly to CAF’s CEO, Derek Zahajko, who’s mindset and knowledge of this business ensures his departments and employees are firmly aligned with CAF’s broader initiatives and strategies. Derek’s leadership style is one that sets the vision for the team, clearly and compellingly, then steps back and allows the team to work while being available to provide support if required. CAF’ers who demonstrate a strong commitment to Communication, Ownership and Execution are near and dear to his heart!

Fair Pay:

Compensation is designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented employees who drive the company’s success. No two jobs are equal, but all jobs are important – that’s why we tailor an individual compensation plan benchmarked to market data from industry leaders PayScale.com for each person and position, based on several position and market compensable factors.

Perks and Benefits:

What makes a great job even better? Throwing in a few perks! We want to provide our CAF’ers with everything they need to maintain their health and wellbeing. Things like:

Health and Wellness

• Medical Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Long Term Disability


• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)


• Wellness Reimbursement Program (e.g., gym, golf, activity passes, massage, sports programs, etc.)

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) with company match


• Performance Bonus

Office Perks

• Flexibility in schedule when needed

         - WFH option on occasion

• Company social outings


• Free snacks and drinks


• Tickets at Work Program


• Educational learning opportunities


• Recognition/rewards for anniversaries, birthdays and for going above and beyond

Paid Time Off

• PTO/Vacation/Sick Policy


• 11 Paid Holidays (including Christmas week!)


• Maternity/Paternity Leave