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8–12 years of progressive finance and/or accounting experiencePrior leadership experience within finance or accounting functionsCPA preferred; MBA a plusExperience within financial services, wealth management, or professional services environments highly preferredStrong analytical, communication, and business partnering skillsAbility to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environmentStrategic mindset with willingness to remain hands-on when needed. Newly created leadership role with high visibility and executive exposureFast-growing organization with an active acquisition strategyAward-winning culture focused on collaboration, people, and long-term growthStrong employee tenure and leadership development opportunitiesClear “Pathway to Partnership” program within the organizationOpportunity to influence strategic decisions and company directionCollaborative, team-oriented environment that values work-life balance and culture.

<h1>Finance Director</h1><p>Southport, CT | On-Site<br>Full-Time | Direct Hire<br>Up to $170k + Bonus</p><p>A rapidly growing and highly respected professional services firm is seeking a strategic and hands-on <strong>Finance Director</strong> to join its leadership team in Southport, CT.</p><p>This newly created role offers the opportunity to help shape the financial future of a dynamic, acquisition-focused organization experiencing significant growth across the Northeast. Reporting directly to executive leadership, the Director of Finance will serve as a key business partner responsible for financial strategy, reporting, operational oversight, and growth initiatives.</p><h2>Why This Opportunity?</h2><ul><li>Newly created leadership role with high visibility and executive exposure<li>Fast-growing organization with an active acquisition strategy<li>Award-winning culture focused on collaboration, people, and long-term growth<li>Strong employee tenure and leadership development opportunities<li>Clear “Pathway to Partnership” program within the organization<li>Opportunity to influence strategic decisions and company direction<li>Collaborative, team-oriented environment that values work-life balance and culture</ul><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Strategic Finance & Planning</h3><ul><li>Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning<li>Build and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making<li>Evaluate investments across technology, operations, staffing, and acquisitions<li>Provide financial guidance related to growth initiatives and operational strategy</ul><h3>Financial Reporting & Analytics</h3><ul><li>Own monthly and quarterly financial reporting processes<li>Develop KPIs, dashboards, and actionable reporting metrics for leadership<li>Monitor cash flow, profitability, and overall financial performance<li>Deliver insights and recommendations to support executive decision-making</ul><h3>Accounting & Operational Oversight</h3><ul><li>Oversee accounting and bookkeeping functions to ensure accuracy and compliance<li>Manage external audit, tax, and accounting relationships<li>Improve and scale financial controls, policies, and procedures<li>Support operational efficiency across finance functions</ul><h3>M&A & Growth Initiatives</h3><ul><li>Assist with financial due diligence and acquisition integration efforts<li>Support deal modeling, earnouts, and equity-related analysis<li>Partner with leadership on strategic growth initiatives and expansion planning</ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><ul><li>8–12 years of progressive finance and/or accounting experience<li>Prior leadership experience within finance or accounting functions<li>CPA preferred; MBA a plus<li>Experience within financial services, wealth management, or professional services environments highly preferred<li>Strong analytical, communication, and business partnering skills<li>Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment<li>Strategic mindset with willingness to remain hands-on when needed</ul><h2>Compensation & Benefits</h2><ul><li>Base salary: Up to $170,000 DOE<li>Discretionary bonus target around 20%<li>Competitive benefits package<li>Long-term growth and leadership opportunities</ul><br>Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.<div class="notice"><p>Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.</p></div><div class="notice"><h3>EEO Notice </h3><p>Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.</p><p>Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact <a href="mailto:HR@vaco.com">HR@vaco.com</a> .</p><p>Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/poster" target="_blank" rel="noopener">workplace discrimination is illegal</a>. </p><p>By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.</p></div><div class="notice"><h3>Privacy Notice</h3><p>Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. </p><ul> <li>California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/#ccpa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li> <li>Virginia residents may access our state specific policies <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li> <li>Residents of all other states may access our policies <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. </li> <li>Canadian residents may access our policies in English <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> and in French <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy-policy-fr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li> <li>Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li></ul></div><div class="notice"><h3>Pay Transparency Notice</h3><p> Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:</p><ul> <li>the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;</li> <li>licensure and certification requirements;</li> <li>office location and other geographic considerations;</li> <li>other business and organizational needs.</li></ul><p>With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.</p></div>

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic stafﬁng for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, ﬁnance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions ﬁrm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies ﬁnd talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 ofﬁces across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.

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