Director of Finance

Brooklyn, NY | Monsey, NY | Lakewood, NJ (Hybrid flexability)

$250,000+ (Depending on Experience)

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to lead the Controllership and Payroll functions across a growing portfolio of clients. This executive-level role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of financial reporting while building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional client service.

Reporting directly to the VP, the Director of Finance will oversee financial operations, strengthen internal controls, develop team members, and serve as a trusted advisor to both clients and executive leadership.

Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership:

• Oversee the Controller and Payroll teams, ensuring accurate, timely, and high-quality financial reporting.
• Review and approve monthly financial statements, close processes, and reporting packages.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, streamline workflows, and enhance financial processes.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance across all financial operations.

Client Partnership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, leading meetings, resolving issues, and building long-term relationships.
• Deliver exceptional client service throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their financial and operational needs.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing finance and payroll teams.
• Manage workload allocation, employee performance, coaching, and professional development.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee teams of up to 100 employees across both local and offshore operations, including direct management of up to 7 team members.

Operational Excellence

• Partner with internal Centers of Excellence (COEs) to improve efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
• Contribute to company-wide strategic initiatives and organizational growth.
• Implement scalable financial systems, processes, and best practices.
• Communicate proactively with executive leadership regarding departmental performance, initiatives, and priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CPA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Several years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience.
• Experience leading Controller, Accounting, or Finance teams.
• Healthcare industry experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a shared services or multi-client environment is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong financial statement review and close management experience.
• Experience improving financial processes and implementing operational efficiencies.
• Technologically forward-thinking with experience adopting new systems and tools.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and client management skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

What We're Looking For

• A strategic finance leader who enjoys building teams and improving processes.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• A proactive and resourceful professional who takes ownership and drives results.
• A collaborative leader with exceptional client service skills.
• An executive who is comfortable navigating change while maintaining operational excellence.
• A professional with high integrity, discretion, and strong business judgment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of $250,000+
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid legal holidays
• Opportunity to join a growing organization with significant leadership impact