Finance Director

Finance Director

Southport, CT | On-Site
Full-Time | Direct Hire
Up to $170k + Bonus

A rapidly growing and highly respected professional services firm is seeking a strategic and hands‑on Finance Director to join its leadership team in Southport, CT.

This newly created role offers the opportunity to help shape the financial future of a dynamic, acquisition‑focused organization experiencing significant growth across the Northeast. Reporting directly to executive leadership, the Director of Finance will serve as a key business partner responsible for financial strategy, reporting, operational oversight, and growth initiatives.

• Newly created leadership role with high visibility and executive exposure
• Fast-growing organization with an active acquisition strategy
• Award‑winning culture focused on collaboration, people, and long‑term growth
• Strong employee tenure and leadership development opportunities
• Clear “Pathway to Partnership” program within the organization
• Opportunity to influence strategic decisions and company direction
• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment that values work‑life balance and culture

• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning
• Build and maintain financial models to support strategic decision‑making
• Evaluate investments across technology, operations, staffing, and acquisitions
• Provide financial guidance related to growth initiatives and operational strategy

• Own monthly and quarterly financial reporting processes
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and actionable reporting metrics for leadership
• Monitor cash flow, profitability, and overall financial performance
• Deliver insights and recommendations to support executive decision‑making

• Oversee accounting and bookkeeping functions to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Manage external audit, tax, and accounting relationships
• Improve and scale financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Support operational efficiency across finance functions

• Assist with financial due diligence and acquisition integration efforts
• Support deal modeling, earnouts, and equity‑related analysis
• Partner with leadership on strategic growth initiatives and expansion planning

• 8–12 years of progressive finance and/or accounting experience
• Prior leadership experience within finance or accounting functions
• CPA preferred; MBA a plus
• Experience with in financial services, wealth management, or professional services environments highly preferred
• Strong analytical, communication, and business partnering skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
• Strategic mindset with willingness to remain hands‑on when needed

• Base salary:
  Up to $170,000 DOE
• Discretionary bonus target around 20%
• Competitive benefits package
• Long‑term growth and leadership opportunities