Director of Finance

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks a Director of Finance to partner with executive leadership, directing financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational finance to enable growth and value creation. The ideal candidate combines hands-on management with strategic oversight, driving EBITDA and cash flow improvements and the integrity of financial statements.

The role requires 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with strong leadership, analytics, and communication

Qualifications

• 10+ years progressive finance and accounting experience
• Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, and financial reporting functions
• Strong understanding of financial modeling and cash flow management
• Experience presenting to executive leadership and boards

Responsibilities

• Partner with CEO/CFO to develop and execute financial strategies
• Lead long-range planning, budgets, forecasts, and scenario analysis
• Deliver executive-level reporting packages and board presentations
• Oversee closing processes and internal controls
• Drive enterprise value creation, working capital management, and operational efficiency
• Mentor and develop the finance and accounting team

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

FP&A

Financial reporting

Financial analytics

Cash flow management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA/CFA/MBA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

BI/Reporting tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly accomplished and results-driven Director of Finance to serve as a strategic business partner to executive leadership and drive financial performance across the organization. This individual will lead all aspects of financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational finance while supporting growth initiatives, value creation strategies, and long-term business objectives.

The ideal candidate is a high-performing finance leader with 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience. This role requires a hands-on leader who can operate strategically while remaining deeply involved in financial operations, performance analysis, and business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the CEO, CFO, and executive leadership team to develop and execute financial strategies that support business growth and profitability.
• Drive long-range financial planning, annual budgets, forecasts, and scenario analysis.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve EBITDA, cash flow, and overall business performance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on strategic initiatives, investments, acquisitions, and operational improvements.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance reporting activities.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support decision-making and value creation.
• Analyze business trends, operational performance, and financial results to identify risks and opportunities.
• Deliver executive-level reporting packages and board presentations.

Private Equity Partnership

• Support the financial reporting requirements of private equity sponsors and lenders.
• Provide accurate, timely, and meaningful reporting to investors and stakeholders.
• Drive initiatives focused on enterprise value creation, working capital management, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in due diligence, acquisitions, integrations, and exit-readiness activities.

Financial Operations & Controls

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial statements and reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls, compliance procedures, and financial governance.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and banking relationships.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and business partnership.
• Recruit, develop, and retain top finance talent.
• Drive process improvements and leverage technology to improve reporting and efficiency.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• Proven success leading budgeting, forecasting, FP&A, and financial reporting functions.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, performance metrics, cash flow management, and business analytics.
• Experience presenting financial results and recommendations to executive leadership and boards.
• Demonstrated ability to influence business decisions through financial insight.

Preferred

• CPA, CMA, CFA, or MBA.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, integrations, or capital transactions.
• Experience operating in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Advanced ERP and business intelligence/reporting system knowledge.
• Executive presence and strong business acumen
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Financial modeling and analytical expertise
• Leadership and team development
• Change management and process improvement
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees, including:

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Compliance & Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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