Vice President, Finance

Accountabilities: The Vice President, Finance is responsible for leading financial strategy and operations for an assigned business unit, acting as a strategic partner to executive leadership while ensuring accurate planning, reporting, and performance management.

Serve as the primary finance partner to executive leadership, supporting the development and execution of short- and long-term business strategies.

Translate business goals into financial plans, operating metrics, investment decisions, resource allocation strategies, and performance initiatives.

Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and financial planning processes using both strategic expectations and detailed operational analysis.

Analyze financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to improve revenue, profitability, and operational outcomes.

Deliver timely financial reporting, forecasts, and business insights to senior leadership teams.

Develop and enhance financial dashboards, KPIs, reporting packages, and measurement frameworks to improve visibility and accountability.

Conduct strategic analysis of profitability drivers, staffing models, revenue trends, project performance, and market dynamics.

Lead finance transformation initiatives, process improvements, reporting enhancements, and operational discipline across business functions.

Partner with cross-functional teams to improve decision-making, resource planning, and business performance.

Promote a culture of data-driven financial analysis and continuous improvement.

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team by establishing clear goals, coaching team members, and encouraging professional growth.

Ensure finance processes, tools, and resources are scalable to support future business growth.

Manage priorities effectively in a fast-changing environment while maintaining strong communication and stakeholder alignment.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced finance executive with strong FP&A expertise, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence senior leaders through strategic insights and disciplined financial management.

10-15 years of professional finance experience, including significant FP&A leadership and business-unit finance ownership.

Experience supporting complex, multi-service organizations, ideally within consulting, communications, data, healthcare, life sciences, or related industries.

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field required.

Advanced business degree or CPA certification is a plus.

Deep expertise in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, profitability analysis, backlog management, and operational performance metrics.

Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, revenue recognition, compliance requirements, and finance best practices.

Experience with ERP systems, financial planning platforms, and data visualization tools such as Infor and Power BI.

Ability to translate complex financial information into clear business recommendations and executive-level narratives.

Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders, challenge assumptions constructively, and drive strategic decision-making.

Strong analytical judgment, problem-solving skills, and ability to operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving environments.

Continuous improvement mindset with experience simplifying processes and improving operational efficiency.

Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution and high-quality delivery.

Strong leadership capabilities with experience building, mentoring, and developing finance teams.

Executive presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain solution-oriented under pressure.

Willingness to travel occasionally to business locations, leadership meetings, or client sites (approximately 10%).

Benefits:

Competitive compensation range of $227,600 - $341,400 USD annually.

Eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus.

Comprehensive health insurance benefits.

Retirement savings benefits.

Life insurance and disability benefits.

Paid parental leave.

Paid time off, including sick leave and vacation.

Remote work flexibility within the United States.

Opportunities to lead strategic initiatives and influence business growth.

Professional development opportunities in a collaborative, high-impact environment.

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