Director of Finance

Help Shape the Future of an Industry-Leading Design Firm

This is more than a finance leadership role—it's an opportunity to help guide the future of one of the Northeast's most respected architecture and engineering firms.

BerryDunn has partnered with our client, SMRT, to find a strategic, growth-minded Director of Finance to work closely with our President and leadership team as we build on more than 140 years of success. If you're energized by influencing business strategy, evaluating growth opportunities, leading mergers and acquisitions, and helping an established firm evolve into its next chapter, we'd love to talk with you.

You'll have a seat at the leadership table, where your insights will directly influence major business decisions, financial strategy, operational performance, and long-term growth. This is a highly visible position for a finance executive who enjoys looking beyond the numbers to help shape an organization's future.

Whether identifying acquisition opportunities, improving financial performance, mentoring a small but mighty accounting team, or partnering with project leaders across the firm, you'll play a meaningful role in the continued success of a company known for innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Founded in 1884, SMRT is a multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm specializing in the design of complex, sustainable, and high-performing environments throughout the United States, with a strong presence across the Northeast.

Our clients bring us their most challenging projects—tight schedules, ambitious goals, and technically complex environments—and our collaborative teams consistently deliver thoughtful, innovative solutions. We build lasting relationships because we solve problems, communicate openly, and deliver results.

Just as importantly, we invest in our people. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth, providing opportunities for our employees to expand their expertise while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

With a strong financial foundation, an outstanding reputation, and an ambitious strategic vision, SMRT is well-positioned for continued expansion.

Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the President, the Director of Finance serves as a key member of the executive leadership team and is responsible for the financial health and strategic direction of the organization.

Beyond leading the firm's accounting and financial operations, this individual will help drive the company's growth strategy by identifying opportunities to improve performance, supporting strategic planning, and leading the financial aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

This role is ideal for a finance executive who enjoys balancing operational excellence with strategic thinking and wants to help build the next generation of an already successful organization.

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Partner with the President, Board, and leadership team to develop and execute the firm's long-term financial and strategic growth plans.
• Provide financial analysis and business insight that supports strategic decision-making and organizational growth.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend opportunities for expansion, including mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and new business initiatives.
• Lead financial evaluation, valuation modeling, and business case development for acquisition opportunities.
• Direct financial due diligence, coordinate external advisors, and support negotiations and transaction execution.
• Develop financial integration plans and measure post-acquisition performance to ensure successful outcomes.
• Monitor economic trends, industry developments, and competitive market conditions to identify opportunities and risks that support the firm's growth objectives.

Financial Leadership

• Oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and long-range financial planning.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.
• Deliver meaningful financial reporting and analysis to the Board and executive leadership.
• Lead the annual audit process and coordinate tax planning and compliance activities.
• Manage banking relationships, financing activities, and treasury functions.
• Oversee enterprise risk management, insurance programs, and multi-state corporate licensure.
• Review contracts and partner with outside legal counsel on financial and business matters.

Business Partnership

• Partner with project managers to improve project profitability and financial performance.
• Provide financial education and guidance to shareholders and operational leaders.
• Translate financial information into actionable business recommendations that support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with Human Resources in overseeing payroll, retirement plans, and employee benefits.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a lean accounting team while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiencies.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly financial closes and reporting.

Qualifications

• A relevant business education with 10+ years of experience in strategic financial management preferably in a professional services environment.
• CPA beneficial
• Demonstrated success leading mergers and acquisitions, including financial modeling, due diligence, valuation, transaction support, and post-acquisition integration
• Experience helping organizations develop and execute strategic growth initiatives
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership
• Collaborative leadership style with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into meaningful business insights
• Experience developing high-performing teams and mentoring finance professionals
• Advanced proficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Office; Deltek Vantagepoint experience is a plus

Compensation Details

The base salary range targeted for this role is $180,000-190,000 plus bonus. This salary range represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

Additional Information

Why Join SMRT?

Joining SMRT means becoming part of a firm with an exceptional reputation, a collaborative culture, and a clear vision for the future. Here, your work won't be confined to the finance department—you'll help influence company strategy, evaluate transformative growth opportunities, and make decisions that shape the future of the organization.

In return, we offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and community service time
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with automatic company contribution
• Tuition and professional education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• A collaborative leadership team that values new ideas, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Significant opportunity for professional growth and long-term career advancement

At SMRT, we believe great ideas come from collaboration, curiosity, and empowered leaders. If you're looking for an opportunity where your financial expertise can influence strategy, drive growth, and leave a lasting impact on an outstanding organization, we'd welcome the opportunity to meet you.