<p>Seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager/Director to oversee financial and performance audits. In this role, you will play a key part in identifying inefficiencies, preventing fraud, and ensuring compliance with municipal regulations. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the improvement of public services while upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct and supervise financial and performance audits across city departments, including the retirement system and other designated areas.</p><p>• Develop and present an annual audit plan, outlining priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.</p><p>• Oversee internal audit staff, including hiring, training, and managing personnel to ensure effective operations.</p><p>• Establish measures to detect and mitigate waste, fraud, and abuse within operations.</p><p>• Facilitate annual independent financial audit by coordinating with external auditors and relevant departments.</p><p>• Maintain and promote an anonymous fraud hotline for reporting by employees and residents.</p><p>• Prepare and submit the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report along with various state and federally mandated reports.</p><p>• Ensure non-interference during audit activities across all units, including schools and other departments.</p><p>• Review financial warrants for vendor invoices and biweekly payrolls to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Report suspected illegal activities uncovered during audits to appropriate law enforcement agencies.</p>
<p><strong>Internal Audit Associate</strong></p><p>Hartford, CT (Hybrid)</p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full Time/Permanent Position</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact</strong>: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf</p><p><strong>Reference</strong>: SF0013416435</p><p><br></p><p>A growing financial services organization is adding an Internal Audit Associate to its team due to continued expansion. This is a great opportunity for a recent grad or early-career professional (0–3 years) looking to build a strong foundation in audit, risk, and internal controls within a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Main Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Support internal control testing for regulatory programs</li><li>Prepare and document audit workpapers and testing results</li><li>Assist with process documentation and control improvements</li><li>Identify risk areas and partner with the business on solutions</li><li>Contribute to internal audit projects and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance</li><li>0–3 years of experience in audit or internal audit</li><li>Open to recent grads with internships</li><li>Proficiency in Excel</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Role Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>High-growth organization with strong momentum!</li><li>Collaborative, tight-knit culture with strong leadership access</li><li>Broad exposure — not siloed, you’ll see a variety of processes and transactions</li><li>Clear path for internal mobility and advancement</li><li>Modern office environment with standout amenities</li><li>Strong benefits package including 401(k) match + wellness perks</li></ul><p>If you're looking to break into internal audit or pivot out of public accounting into a role with strong growth and exposure, this is a great opportunity to consider! </p><p><br></p><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above and reference SF0013416435.</p><p>All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.</p>
<p><strong>POSITION: Director of Finance</strong></p><p><strong>INDUSTRY: Municipal Government</strong></p><p><strong>LOCATION: Greater Hartford, CT Area - Primarily In-Office (Flexible for 1 remote day/week after training)</strong></p><p><strong>RECRUITER CONTACT: KELLEIGH MARQUARD - Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a valued client, a municipal organization in the Greater Hartford area, in search of a Director of Finance. This is a unique opportunity to serve as the lead financial leader for a large and complex city environment with significant visibility to executive leadership and government stakeholders. This position is open due to an upcoming retirement, offering the opportunity to work alongside the current finance leader for a smooth transition. The organization has a highly tenured team, strong benefits, and a collaborative environment, making this an attractive long-term opportunity. Reporting to senior city leadership, this role will oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, procurement, risk management, tax functions, and financial planning for a large municipal organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide overall leadership and direction for the Department of Finance, including oversight of multiple divisions and staff</li><li>Lead the development, management, and oversight of the citywide budget, including revenue forecasting and expenditure control</li><li>Oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls</li><li>Manage capital planning, project financing, and debt administration</li><li>Direct procurement, contract management, and vendor relations functions</li><li>Oversee risk management, insurance programs, and employee-related financial functions</li><li>Lead tax-related functions including assessment and collections</li><li>Prepare and present financial reports, analyses, and recommendations to executive leadership and governing bodies</li><li>Partner with city leadership on financial strategy, policy development, and long-term planning</li><li>Collaborate with local, state, and federal entities on financial matters and compliance requirements</li><li>Supervise and develop leadership across multiple finance divisions</li></ul><p>This role is primarily onsite in the Greater Hartford area, with flexibility for one remote day after initial training. The organization offers strong benefits, generous paid time off including approximately 4 weeks' vacation plus additional sick and personal time, and paid holidays.</p><p>If you are interested in learning more, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh Marquard at Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential and resumes will not be shared without your permission.</p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Finance Director – Manufacturing</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hartford County, CT <strong><em>(On-site, 5 days/week)</em></strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-Time / Permanent</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact:</strong> Abby Harpp – abby.harpp@roberthalf</p><p><strong>Job Reference: </strong>AH0013408451</p><p> </p><p>Our client, a growing <strong>Manufacturing</strong> organization, is seeking a <strong>Finance Director </strong>to lead finance operations for a key division. This highly visible leadership role will serve as the primary finance partner to Operations and Engineering, with a strong focus on program finance, cost management, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in manufacturing or project-based environments and be prepared to operate as a strategic business partner with clear succession potential.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary finance partner to Operations and Engineering leadership across two sites</li><li>Translate operational and engineering changes into financial impacts, cost drivers, and actionable insights</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for the division</li><li>Lead program financial management, including margin analysis, risk/opportunity tracking, and EACs</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Program Management, and Supply Chain to drive cost, cash, and throughput improvements</li><li>Establish and maintain a strong financial operating cadence and performance visibility across the business</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, including M&A modeling, due diligence, and integration</li><li>Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team</li><li>Champion continuous improvement and data-driven decision making across the organization</li></ul>