Director of Finance
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Parsippany, New Jersey
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Director of Finance
Our client, a well-established and growing consulting engineering firm based in the Morristown, NJ area, specializing in geotechnical and site civil engineering services for owners, developers, and the construction industry, is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial strategy and accounting operations. This is a senior, high-visibility role reporting directly to the Partners, with the autonomy to shape financial strategy, drive change management, and translate ownership's vision into day-to-day management of the accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic finance leader who wants true ownership over budgeting, treasury, and financial operations at the executive level.
Director of Finance Responsibilities:
Director of Finance Requirements:
Benefits:
Salary: $160k - $220k
Our client, a well-established and growing consulting engineering firm based in the Morristown, NJ area, specializing in geotechnical and site civil engineering services for owners, developers, and the construction industry, is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial strategy and accounting operations. This is a senior, high-visibility role reporting directly to the Partners, with the autonomy to shape financial strategy, drive change management, and translate ownership's vision into day-to-day management of the accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic finance leader who wants true ownership over budgeting, treasury, and financial operations at the executive level.
Director of Finance Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee all accounting operations including billing, collections, accounts payable, and payroll
- Develop and implement monthly, quarterly, and annual financial budgets and forecasts; track and report results against budget
- Model future financial scenarios and advise Partners on business decisions, investment opportunities, partnerships, and acquisitions
- Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking/financing relationships; oversee optimal capital structure
- Implement and facilitate internal and external audit processes; ensure GAAP compliance
- Establish and oversee month-end and year-end closing processes and tax/regulatory filings
- Collaborate with Risk and IT to oversee insurance, fraud prevention, and cybersecurity
- Establish KPIs and benchmarks; design and generate financial reports and analyses for regular review
- Recruit, hire, mentor, and manage accounting staff including Accounting Managers, AP/AR, Billing/Collections, and Payroll
- Evaluate and recommend new accounting/finance technology to improve departmental efficiency
- Interface extensively with clients, consultants, vendors, and internal departments on financial matters
Director of Finance Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field
- 10+ years of related experience in accounting/finance leadership
- Master's degree or professional certification (CPA, CMA, CFA) preferred
- Advanced understanding of bookkeeping, accounting principles, and financial analysis
- Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and initiative; able to operate independently with minimal supervision
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF software; experience with accounting and project management software
- Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation
Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus 2 discretionary bonuses per year
- Health, vision, and dental insurance with telemedicine options
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- 5 weeks PTO
- Tuition reimbursement and certification/recertification fee reimbursement
- Hybrid flexibility
Salary: $160k - $220k
Additional Details:
This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the financial direction of a dynamic organization across multiple industry sectors. The role may involve some travel as needed to support business initiatives.
Please note: After submitting your application, you will receive questions from our AI Screening Agent as part of the application process. Please respond to each question accordingly.