Finance Director

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Our client is entering an exciting phase of growth in the industrial safety industry and we’re looking for a dynamic Director of Finance to help shape the company’s financial future. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll build and lead the finance function, transitioning the company to a more structured, scalable financial operation.

You’ll have the opportunity to modernize financial systems, implement best-in-class accounting practices, and drive strategic decision-making in a business that is actively expanding. From improving financial controls to supporting M&A activities, this role is perfect for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and wants to play a key role in a company investing in its future. If you’re ready to own the financial strategy, streamline operations, and be a key driver of growth, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Drive financial transformation with scalable systems and smart reporting.
• Shape and execute financial strategies to fuel growth and acquisitions.
• Partner with the CEO to deliver data-backed insights that guide business decisions.
• Define and track KPIs to boost performance and profitability.
• Lead daily accounting and ensure accurate, timely financials.
• Shift operations to accrual-based accounting in line with best practices.
• Implement internal controls to strengthen financial discipline.
• Manage month-end and year-end close with full compliance.

Planning & Cash Management

• Build dynamic budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Track revenue, margins, and expenses—conduct variance analysis to stay on target.
• Lead cash flow forecasting and optimize working capital.

Compliance & External Relations

• Ensure compliance with tax, payroll, and audit standards.
• Collaborate with auditors, tax pros, and regulators.
• Maintain solid banking and investor relationships.

Growth & M&A Support

• Drive due diligence, valuations, and risk assessments for acquisitions.
• Integrate acquired businesses into financial systems.
• Analyze financial impact of new locations and expansion.

Process & Tech Improvement

• Upgrade systems and automate financial workflows.
• Launch structured procurement and expense controls.

Qualifications

• CPA, CFA, or MBA in Finance/Accounting preferred.
• 5+ years in financial leadership, ideally in scaling companies.
• Deep knowledge of accrual accounting, reporting, and controls.
• Experience in oil and gas or safety would be considered an asset but not essential.
• Proven experience improving financial processes in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled with ERP/accounting software and modeling tools.
• M&A and integration experience a strong plus.
• Bonus: experience in training, education, or compliance-driven sectors.

What Sets You Apart

• Hands-on and proactive—you thrive in the details.
• Analytical, with a knack for turning numbers into strategy.
• Builder of scalable finance teams and processes.
• Excellent communicator across all levels and functions.
• Resourceful, agile, and always looking to improve.

Remuneration for this position will consist of a base salary between $130 -150K with performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits program in retirement plans.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please reach out to Bruce Proctor at bruce@summitsearchgroup.com.

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