Director of Finance

Key Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, providing actionable insights on business performance, trends, and key drivers.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, long-range strategic planning, and rolling forecasts.
• Develop and monitor KPIs across revenue, profitability, utilization, operational efficiency, client performance, and other critical business metrics.
• Partner with senior leaders to support growth initiatives, operational improvements, pricing strategies, resource planning, and strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial and operational performance to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Build financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate investments, expansion opportunities, and strategic initiatives.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and integration activities, including financial diligence, synergy analysis, and post-transaction performance tracking.
• Drive accountability and execution of financial recommendations across the organization.
• Enhance FP&A capabilities through improved reporting, dashboarding, forecasting tools, process automation, and business intelligence solutions.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related financial leadership roles.
• Experience partnering directly with business leaders to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Background supporting complex organizations with multiple business units, locations, or operating entities.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, with a strong understanding of financial statements and business performance drivers.
• Experience with ERP, planning, and business intelligence platforms.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into practical business recommendations.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, navigate ambiguity, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Located within the New York metropolitan area or willing to commute.

Preferred

• MBA, CPA, or other relevant advanced credential.
• Experience within professional services, consulting, accounting, advisory, or other people-driven organizations.
• Experience supporting high-growth, private equity-backed, or acquisition-oriented businesses.
• Track record of working in dynamic environments undergoing significant growth and transformation.