Finance Director - Secret Clearance & Govt Contracting

Gemini Industries Inc; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Gemini Industries Inc. in Burlington, MA seeks a Director of Finance to lead the Finance and Accounting functions at our headquarters. The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, with a Master’s preferred, and a Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

The incumbent will direct all financial operations, governance, and compliance across government contracts, payroll, and reporting, partnering with senior leadership to optimize performance and safeguard assets.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in Accounting operations.
• Flexible, results-driven, self-starter.
• Able to work independently and multi-task and knows when to delegate.
• Able to take a project from conception to completion with minimum direction.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Task-oriented yet able to understand the big picture.
• Experience using Unanet Enterprise software.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Broad knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – must be able to work effectively in a team environment in both leadership and participant roles.
• Demonstrated problem solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, expert Excel user.
• DoD or other government contractor experience helpful.
• Travel: Minimal.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight of the Finance and Accounting department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of departmental activities to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient financial operations.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop department staff, including establishing performance expectations, preparing development plans, and conducting performance reviews.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results-oriented work environment that promotes professional development, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and internal controls to improve efficiency, ensure compliance, and safeguard company assets.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, project managers, and other departments to provide financial guidance, resolve issues, and support informed business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, systems, reporting, and departmental workflows.
• Direct and oversee Finance and Accounting functions, including the establishment and maintenance of accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives.
• Review and reconcile monthly account activity, prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries, and ensure the timely preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Administer and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Billing, Accounts Receivable, and Project Reporting.
• Review, analyze, and approve accounting transactions and financial reports; interpret results and communicate significant issues, variances, and other pertinent matters to management.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and prepare journal entries for transfers, wire transactions, bank fees, and other necessary adjustments.
• Facilitate the creation of purchase requests and purchase orders for vendors and subcontractors, and review and approve related invoices.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial controls

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or Finance

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Gemini Industries Inc. in Burlington, MA seeks a Director of Finance to lead the Finance and Accounting functions at our headquarters. The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, with a Master’s preferred, and a Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

The incumbent will direct all financial operations, governance, and compliance across government contracts, payroll, and reporting, partnering with senior leadership to optimize performance and safeguard assets.