<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to provide steady leadership and hands-on support during a Long-term Contract assignment in Westborough, Massachusetts. This role will help maintain the continuity of day-to-day finance operations while the organization conducts a search for a permanent leader. The selected candidate will guide core accounting activities, support key team members, and strengthen documentation and workflow consistency across the department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily finance and accounting activities to ensure accurate, timely execution of departmental priorities.</p><p>• Provide oversight and practical support to accounts payable and payroll staff, stepping in when additional assistance is needed.</p><p>• Lead month-end close tasks, including review of financial activity and preparation of journal entries.</p><p>• Evaluate existing workflows and introduce process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and control.</p><p>• Create, refine, and maintain standard operating procedures to support consistent execution of finance processes.</p><p>• Monitor transactional work for completeness and compliance with internal standards and established deadlines.</p><p>• Use the organization’s financial systems and tools to manage reporting, documentation, and routine accounting operations.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to address finance-related questions and maintain continuity during the contract period.</p>