We are looking for a skilled FP& A Director to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Bedford, Massachusetts. In this role, you will oversee key financial planning and analysis functions, driving the annual budget process, consolidating revenue forecasts, and preparing detailed financial reports. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial modeling, analysis, and strategic planning to support organizational priorities and growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage the annual budgeting process, utilizing tools such as Microsoft Excel for data consolidation and PowerPoint for presentations.<br>• Consolidate financial inputs from various departments to create comprehensive bottom-up budget plans and prepare consolidated budgets.<br>• Develop detailed revenue forecasts for domestic and international markets, accounting for trade and consumer price adjustments.<br>• Collaborate with department heads to create expense forecasts aligned with corporate goals, ensuring accuracy and prioritization.<br>• Analyze and summarize budget data, comparing current figures to prior years, and evaluating geographic, customer, and product trends.<br>• Prepare detailed monthly reporting packages, including commentary on net sales, gross profit margins, operating expenses, working capital, and capital expenditures.<br>• Conduct monthly analysis of revenue and profit by customer, product, and business unit across domestic, Canadian, and international markets.<br>• Track and reconcile gross profit margins, identifying changes driven by pricing, cost savings, manufacturing variances, and other factors.<br>• Manage monthly accruals for expenses such as broker commissions, advertising, and customer discounts, ensuring reconciliation of related accounts.
<p><em><u>Associate – ESG & Portfolio Analytics </u></em></p><p><strong>Growing Private Equity Firm </strong></p><p> </p><p>Growing Private Equity firm in the Boston area is looking to expand its ESG and Portfolio Analytics team by adding a motivated Associate. With a 4-day in-office schedule, this role strikes the perfect balance between independence and collaboration AND the opportunity to get into the PE industry.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing:</strong></p><p>Collaborating with the elite ESG and Portfolio Analytics team to analyze and manage data across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics while driving improvements across the portfolio.</p><p>Contributing to broader portfolio performance initiatives, encompassing operational, financial, and technical data analysis.</p><p>Applying advanced analytics, creating dashboards, and preparing executive-level presentations to communicate insights effectively.</p><p>Engaging with leadership teams to deliver actionable recommendations and innovative solutions.</p><p>NOTE: this role, although offering some amazing experience, is NOT designed to be a springboard to the deals side of the firm.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What's Offered:</strong></p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> targeting $125K base salary with performance-based bonus; total cash comp target $150k +/-</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong> Comprehensive package designed to support your health, financial wellness, and work-life balance.</p><p><strong>Growth Potential:</strong> Direct interaction with leadership, creating opportunities for visibility and professional development. Great mentoring from above.</p><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Wilmington, Massachusetts. This role involves managing cost and inventory accounting while supporting month-end financial processes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting operations and have a keen eye for detail.</p><p><br></p><p>For additional information and consideration, please send your resume to michael.abate@roberthalf;com</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee cost accounting activities, including monitoring inventory and analyzing variances.</p><p>• Assist with month-end financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Maintain and update annual standard cost data to reflect business operations.</p><p>• Analyze the cost of goods sold (COGS) and provide insights to support financial decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to ensure proper tracking of accounts payable and cash activity.</p><p>• Utilize ERP systems to manage and report on financial data effectively.</p><p>• Conduct audits to ensure adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.</p><p>• Support budgeting processes by providing detailed cost analysis and forecasts.</p><p>• Assist in developing and implementing accounting policies to improve operational efficiency.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Sr. Accountant to join our team in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and innovative environment within the high-tech electronics industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting practices and demonstrate expertise in financial analysis, reconciliations, and audit support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post recurring journal entries, including those for accruals, prepaids, and other balance sheet accounts, on a monthly and quarterly basis.<br>• Conduct thorough balance sheet reconciliations and swiftly address any discrepancies.<br>• Oversee monthly and quarterly financial close processes, ensuring all data is accurate and complete.<br>• Assist with both internal and external audit requirements by preparing supporting schedules and tax accruals.<br>• Collaborate with various departments to properly code, allocate, and document financial transactions.<br>• Perform ad-hoc analyses and contribute to special accounting projects as needed.<br>• Participate in system enhancement initiatives to improve accounting processes.<br>• Occasionally attend company events and travel for business purposes as required.
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Associate to join our Portfolio Support team in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involves collaborating with deal teams, portfolio company leaders, and consultants to drive operational improvements, enhance value creation, and optimize resources across a diverse portfolio. As an Associate, you will contribute to analyzing performance metrics, streamlining processes, and building scalable systems to support the team's growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with portfolio companies and investment teams to support initiatives in areas such as Responsible Investment and Human Capital.<br>• Conduct analytical projects to align key stakeholders, including portfolio executives, internal teams, and external consultants.<br>• Prepare presentations and materials for strategic meetings, such as annual general meetings or executive summits.<br>• Manage and expand executive networks by coordinating agendas and facilitating knowledge sharing among functional groups.<br>• Track and evaluate portfolio company performance using KPIs, providing actionable insights to enhance decision-making.<br>• Develop and implement improved reporting systems to support executive-level decisions.<br>• Review and refine internal workflows to increase efficiency and scalability, leveraging tools like automation where applicable.<br>• Maintain high-quality data organization within systems such as Salesforce, Power BI, and project management tools.<br>• Support responsible investment reporting by preparing required documentation and reports.<br>• Analyze data trends to create scalable models for ongoing updates and ad hoc requests.
