Head of Finance (Full-Time)

Finance DirectorFarnsworth Group is seeking a Finance Director to join our team. In this role, the Finance Director provides strategic financial leadership and oversees all aspects of financial management, planning, analysis, and reporting for the organization. This role partners closely with the CFO, executive leadership, and business unit leaders to drive financial performance, support growth initiatives, and ensure the integrity of financial operations. The Finance Director plays a critical role in mergers and acquisitions, capital planning, captive insurance modeling, real estate financial management, and enterprise-wide budgeting and forecasting.What You'll Do:Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Lead financial due diligence for potential acquisitions and strategic partnerships / joint ventures.Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate enterprise valuations, deal structures, valuations, synergies, and return on investment.Coordinate with legal counsel and internal constituents throughout the transaction lifecycle.Prepare executive-level M&A memos, deal summaries, and board presentation materials.Support post-close integration activities including financial systems consolidation and reporting alignment.Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Budgeting & Financial PlanningOwn and manage the annual enterprise-wide budgeting process in collaboration with department and business unit leaders.Develop multi-year financial plans aligned with organizational strategy and capital allocation priorities.Monitor budget-to-actual performance and proactively communicate variances and recommended actions to leadership.Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Lead the FP&A function, delivering monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages to senior leaders / group leaders.Provide analytical support for major capital investments, pricing decisions, and new business opportunities.Design and maintain KPI dashboards and financial metrics that align with operational and strategic objectives.Identify root causes of financial variances and present findings with actionable recommendations.Support department leaders in understanding financial results and driving corrective actions where needed.Cash Flow Modeling & TreasuryBuild and maintain dynamic cash flow models to project short- and long-term liquidity needs.Monitor daily cash positioning and optimize working capital across the organization.Partner with banking relationships to manage S-T investments, marketable securities, credit facilities, shareholder distributions, and investment activity.Partner with Senior Controller on cash flow forecasting processes that integrate accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll cycles.Captive Insurance & Risk ManagementServe as the primary financial liaison for the organization's captive insurance program.Oversee captive financial reporting, premium allocations, loss reserve reviews, and regulatory filings.Coordinate with captive managers, actuaries, and legal counsel on program structure, compliance, and renewals.Analyze captive performance metrics and provide strategic recommendations to optimize deductibles, coverage limits, and policy effectiveness.Real Estate Lease ManagementManage the financial aspects of the organization's real estate portfolio including lease accounting under ASC 842.Review, analyze, and model financial implications of new leases, renewals, terminations, and amendments.Partner with facilities and operations on real estate strategy, occupancy cost analysis, furniture expenditures, and space optimization.Capital Expenditures (CapEx)Develop and manage the annual capital expenditure budget in coordination with department leaders and operations.Establish and maintain a CapEx approval framework, including project justification, prioritization, and authorizationsBuild and maintain CapEx models to evaluate ROI, payback periods, and NPV for proposed investmentsTrack and report on CapEx spending versus approved budgets and provide variance analysesSupport long-range planning cycles for equipment replacement, fleet vehicles, and office upgradesFinancial Memos & Executive CommunicationsDraft and review financial memos, education sessions, and board materials with clarity and precision.Translate complex financial data into concise narratives tailored to executive audiences.Prepare investment committee materials, and strategic analysis documents as needed.What You'll Need:EducationBachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a business-related field required.Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an alternative option to a bachelor's degree in business.ExperienceMinimum of 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior finance leadership role.Demonstrated experience leading M&A financial due diligence and integration efforts.Proven track record managing FP&A, budgeting, and cash flow modeling for a mid-size organization ($100M- $500M in annual sales).Familiarity with commercial real estate leases.3- 5 years of Treasury and Portfolio management experience.Technical SkillsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modeling and data analysis.Deltek Vantagepoint, Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Infor, MS Dynamics) and financial reporting platforms.Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite including Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.Experience with business intelligence and data visualization tools a plus.Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.Illinois Pay Transparency$175,000 - $215,000 USDJoin Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world's largest brands. Here, you'll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance PlansFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsShort & Long-Term DisabilityMaternity and Paternity LeaveProfessional Development and TrainingMentoring ProgramPaid Time OffWellness/Fitness ReimbursementsPet Insurance Plan