Director of Finance

Overview Our client is looking for a proactive and seasoned Finance Director to oversee the company’s entire financial and accounting operations. This role carries end-to-end accountability for all finance-related activities, including compliance with government contracting regulations, system integrations, payroll and tax administration, budgeting, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be a CPA with at least 10 years of leadership experience in small to medium-sized enterprises, with strong expertise in NetSuite, government contract compliance (DCAA), and enterprise financial platforms. Responsibilities Financial Leadership and Management Take full charge of the finance and accounting team and functions Oversee month-end closing processes, general ledger accuracy, and preparation of financial statements Direct budgeting efforts, financial forecasting, and cash management Enterprise System Proficiency Extensive hands-on experience with NetSuite covering: Core finance and ledger operations Procure-to-pay and order-to-cash workflows Inventory control and project-related accounting HR administration and time tracking modules Manage integration of expense management tools such as Concur through middleware solutions like Wipli Oversee treasury platforms similar to Bank of America CashPro and corporate card programs Regulatory and Contractual Compliance Ensure adherence to DCAA standards, including labor allocation, cost distribution, billing, and project reporting requirements Support federal invoicing processes, audit preparations, and contract rate negotiations Prepare detailed project status and cost performance reports Taxation and Payroll Management Coordinate corporate and payroll tax compliance alongside external consultants Guarantee accurate tax classification and timely remittance Operational and Strategic Financial Excellence Establish and maintain robust internal controls and financial policies Assist in pricing strategies and proposal development for government and state-level contracts Provide financial insights and analysis to executive leadership to guide business growth Qualifications Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential (REQUIRED) A minimum of 10 years in progressively responsible finance leadership roles within small to mid-sized organizations Demonstrated ability to manage full finance department operations Extensive experience working in government contracting, preferably with the DoD (REQUIRED) Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, macros, and complex financial modeling Expert user and administrator of NetSuite across multiple modules as detailed above Strong knowledge of DCAA compliance and cost accounting standards Familiarity with Concur, treasury management platforms, and corporate card systems Proven experience handling corporate and payroll tax matters Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Manufacturing Industries Manufacturing, Warehousing and Storage, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Disability insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr Anderson Frank