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Director of Finance

Boston, MA 02210

Posted: 06/18/2024 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Accounting & Finance Job Number: 618372 Country: United States Is job remote?: No

Job Description


Director of Finance

Responsibilities
  • Lead the FP&A function, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Develop and refine financial models and projections to enhance business planning and provide clear insights into revenue streams and expenditure.
  • Collaborate with department heads (R&D, Commercial, Operations) to formulate the company’s fiscal strategy, refine budgeting and resource allocation across projects.
  • Oversee the preparation and finalization of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and present financial matters to the board of directors.
  • Support the CEO on fundraising activities and investor relationships. This will require close collaboration with the CEO including pitching potential investors.
  • Manage external accountants and auditors and ensure compliance with accounting and finance regulations.
  • Implemented policies and procedures for effective control of financial operations including strategic planning, capital budgets, operating budgets & cash flow projections.
  • Supervise AR, AP, payroll, and fixed asset activities as well as oversee the accounting for equity awards.
  • Responsible for cost accounting to support the company's manufacturing activities
  • Oversee tax, statutory and legal entity requirements.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, with a focus on FP&A and strategic planning.
  • Proven track record of leading financial strategy and analysis in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Ideally at a company with capital equipment and consumable sales.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting process and data analysis tools.
  • Experience with ERP systems & accounting software.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Experience in developing internal controls and driving implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Experience in start-ups or dynamic high-growth companies is a bonus.
  • Experience building & supervising a team is a bonus

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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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