Financial Director - Remote

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; New Jersey; Remote; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment solutions company is looking for a Finance Director to provide interim coverage for the Enabling Functions finance team. The role is fully remote and focuses on critical financial operations, month-end and year-end close, and FP&A deliverables. Ideal candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in finance or accounting, and proficiency in Excel and SAP. This position offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $72.00 to $75.00 depending on experience.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Ability to work fully remote on East Coast hours.
• Comfort engaging with tech/digital functions and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute period-end and year-end close activities for Tech & Digital functions.
• Prepare and deliver spend updates to leadership / Conduct variance analysis.
• Partner closely with the ZTD team and shadow finance/project management group.

Skills

Financial Operations & Close

FP&A & Reporting

Stakeholder Engagement

Excel

SAP

Education

7–10 years post-qualification experience in finance or accounting

CPA or MBA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Finance Director – Technology and Digital (ZTD)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a highly capable and agile Finance Director (Contract) to provide interim coverage for our clients’ Enabling Functions finance team, with a strong focus on Technology & Digital (ZTD). This role is designed to support critical financial operations during a leave period, including month-end and year-end close, FP&A deliverables, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting fundamentals, FP&A experience, and comfort working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Location: 100% Remote – ET Zone Hours

Compensation: $72.00 - $75.00 depending on experience

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401k plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Financial Operations & Close
  • Lead and execute period-end and year-end close activities for Tech & Digital functions
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data
  • Collaborate with other finance leads to share close responsibilities (not solely responsible)
• FP&A & Reporting
  • Prepare and deliver spend updates to leadership / Conduct variance analysis and assist in forecasting
  • Create presentation-ready financial slides for executive reviews
  • Support ad hoc financial analysis related to investments (flexible based on capacity)
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Partner closely with the ZTD team and shadow finance/project management group
  • Participate in cross-functional meetings and provide financial insights
  • Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders across enabling functions
• Systems & Tools
  • Work within SAP and Excel for reporting and analysis / Experience with Apptio is a plus, not required

Qualifications

• 7–10 years post-qualification experience in finance or accounting
• Strong hands-on experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation
• Proficiency in Excel and SAP
• Ability to work fully remote on East Coast hours
• Comfort engaging with tech/digital functions and cross-functional teams

Preferred (Flexible)

• CPA or MBA (preferred but not mandatory)
• Experience in regulated industries or global matrixed organizations
• Familiarity with capitalization of headcount and tech-related finance nuances
• Prior leadership experience helpful but not required

Key Attributes for Success

• Detail-oriented with strong accounting fundamentals
• Able to ramp quickly and deliver in a short-term, high-impact role
• Comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities / Strong communicator with executive presence
• Collaborative and proactive in stakeholder engagement

Pay Details: $72.00 to $75.00 per hour

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