At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance team, optimize processes, and enhance financial reporting.
- Company: Growing project-based organization in Cambridge with a dynamic leadership team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Join a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on financial strategy and operations in a hands-on leadership role.
- Qualifications: CPA designation and 7+ years of finance experience required.
The predicted salary is between 99000 - 121000 $ per year.
Our client, a growing project-based organization in Cambridge, is seeking a Director of Finance to join their senior leadership team. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the finance function, driving process improvements, enhancing ERP utilization, and providing strategic financial support to business operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing month-end reporting, ERP system capabilities, strengthening financial controls, and partnering with operational leaders to improve profitability and decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Leadership & Reporting
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through account reconciliations, analytical reviews, and financial controls.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting functions.
- Coordinate year-end audit activities and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
- Process Improvement & Systems Optimization
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operational processes.
- Optimize ERP workflows, automation, and reporting capabilities to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Partner with operational stakeholders to enhance project costing, revenue recognition, and transaction processing workflows.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures and accountability measures to support an efficient month-end close process.
- Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and eliminate operational bottlenecks.
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
- Lead budgeting and forecasting initiatives, translating operational plans into meaningful financial models.
- Analyze financial performance and provide insights into key variances, trends, and business drivers.
- Develop KPI dashboards and management reporting tools to improve operational visibility and profitability analysis.
- Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making and improve working capital management.
- Treasury & Internal Controls
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and delegated authority processes.
- Oversee cash flow management and working capital planning.
- Support relationships with financial institutions and ensure compliance with lending and reporting requirements.
- Assist with risk management and financial governance initiatives.
CPA designation required. 7+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including people leadership responsibilities. Percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting experience in custom fabrication/made-to-order manufacturing industries (specifically support structures, culverts, grain elevators or crane industries) required. Strong experience working with ERP systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is considered a significant asset. Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills. Proven ability to lead process improvement initiatives and work collaboratively across departments.
Director of Finance in Cambridge employer: Jobboom
Join a leading player in the damage insurance sector that values autonomy, collaboration, and initiative. With a flexible 35-hour work week, comprehensive benefits including collective insurance and professional development opportunities, you will thrive in a dynamic environment that encourages employee participation in organizational growth. Enjoy competitive salaries, free parking, and the necessary equipment to work effectively both in the office and from home.
