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Director of Finance

Job in Hamden, New Haven County, Connecticut, 06514, USA
Listing for: CFS
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-04
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Manager, CFO, VP/Director of Finance
  • Management
    Financial Manager, CFO
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 108000 - 124000 USD Yearly USD 108000.00 124000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Director of Finance

Location:

New Haven, CT (Onsite)
Salary: $108,000 – $124,000

Why This Director of Finance Position?

• High-visibility leadership role reporting directly to the CFO

• Stable quasi-municipal organization with strong long-term growth and stability

• Outstanding benefits package including fully paid medical insurance, 15% employer pension contribution, and generous PTO

• Opportunity to oversee and improve a full accounting and finance operation in a multi-entity environment

• Open to both established finance leaders and strong “step-up” candidates with leadership potential

Key Responsibilities of the Director of Finance

• Oversee all accounting and financial operations including general ledger, financial reporting, AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, fixed assets, and budgeting

• Lead monthly and annual financial reporting processes while ensuring compliance with GAAP, GASB, and FASB standards

• Supervise and mentor a team of 3 accountants and 1 clerk

• Assist with annual budgeting, expenditure controls, and long-range financial planning initiatives

• Coordinate with auditors, financial institutions, and external agencies on reporting and compliance matters

• Review and approve financial transactions, reporting, and operational accounting activities

• Support process improvements and help drive operational efficiencies across the finance function

Preferred Qualifications of the Director of Finance

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Prior supervisory accounting or finance experience

• Strong background in financial reporting, general ledger oversight, and reconciliations

• Experience with in public sector, quasi-municipal, service industry, retail, or multi-entity environments is a plus

• CPA or advanced degree is a plus but not required

Strong communication skills with the ability to problem solve and operate independently

Compensation & Benefits of the Director of Finance

• Base salary ranging from $108,000 – $124,000

• Fully paid medical benefits

• 15% employer pension contribution

• 4 weeks PTO from day one + holidays + sick/personal time

• Stable, team-oriented work environment with long-term growth potential

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