<p><strong><u>Director of Finance</u></strong></p><p><strong>Western Massachusetts | Hybrid (2–3 days onsite)</strong></p><p>Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf</p><p>Reference: SF0013374476</p><p><br></p><p>This is a senior leadership role for an <strong>operations-leaning finance leader</strong> who wants to stay close to the mission, modernize how the organization operates, and serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership and the board.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a senior financial and operational partner to the Executive Director</li><li>Present to and collaborate closely with the Board and its committees</li><li>Help evolve governance frameworks, operating documents, and reporting practices</li><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and reporting for a ~$20M operating environment</li><li>Translate complex cost structures (overhead, utilities, capex, shared services) into clear, actionable financial models</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with IT, Facilities, and Operations in a highly infrastructure- and capital-intensive setting</li><li>Simplify and modernize business processes (job costing, inventory, automation, documentation)</li><li>Drive continuous improvement while balancing flexibility and diverse stakeholder needs</li><li>Support grant compliance, audits, and relationships with funding agencies</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>BS Degree in Accounting, Finance or related / MBA or advanced degrees and certifications are preferred</li><li>A minimum of 10 years of experience in financial management or a similar leadership role.</li><li>Operations-minded finance leader comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on execution</li><li>Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight</li><li>Experience in nonprofit, higher education, research, healthcare, or grant-funded environments</li><li>Board-facing executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with senior, highly technical stakeholders</li><li>Proven track record of driving operational efficiency and process improvement</li></ul><p>Nice to Have</p><ul><li>Experience scaling organizations or stepping into newly created leadership roles</li><li>Exposure to utility-heavy, infrastructure-heavy, or capex-intensive operations</li><li>Strong understanding of overhead allocation, rate structures, and cost modeling</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Role Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>High-impact leadership seat with real influence over how the organization operates</li><li>Rare opportunity to work at the intersection of finance, research, infrastructure, and advanced technology</li><li>Exposure to some of the most sophisticated research ecosystems in the country</li><li>Ideal opportunity for either: 1) A seasoned leader who has run something large and wants to get closer to execution and mission, or 2) A high-potential finance leader ready to stretch into broader enterprise leadership</li></ul><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 SF0013374476</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>Position: Director of Accounting</p><p>Location: Hamden, CT Hybrid (3 days on-site. 2 days remote)</p><p>Recruiter Contact: Ryan Genua Ryan.Genua@Roberthalf com</p><p>Job Posting: RG0013414827</p><p><br></p><p>A large, mission-driven public institution is seeking a Director of Accounting Services to provide leadership and oversight for core accounting operations within the finance division. This role is responsible for Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Payroll, with direct supervisory responsibility for the Accounting function. The position partners closely with senior leadership and serves as a financial consultant to support organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES</p><p>• Lead, recruit, train, supervise, and develop accounting staff</p><p>• Organize and prioritize accounting operations and assign workload</p><p>• Establish performance expectations and conduct periodic performance reviews</p><p>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes</p><p>• Develop, update, and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</p><p>• Collaborate with accounts payable and payroll leadership to ensure consistent and compliant practices</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate internal and external financial reporting</p><p>• Prepare and submit required regulatory and compliance filings</p><p>• Serve as lead contact for internal and external audit processes</p><p>• Monitor financial performance and provide reporting and analysis to senior leadership</p><p>• Support the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing improvement of financial and ERP systems</p><p>• Oversee financial systems reporting, data extraction, and system integrations</p><p>• Participate in strategic planning and financial planning initiatives</p><p>• Serve on cross-functional or organizational committees as requested</p><p>• Perform other related duties consistent with the scope of the role</p><p><br></p><p>If you meet these requirements and are interested in this great opportunity, please email your resume in confidence to Ryan Genua at Ryan.Genua@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.</p>