Head of Finance

Talentify; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Vacation days

Paid holidays

Sick leave

401K match after 6 months

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks a Head of Finance in a hybrid role based in Stafford, VA. Lead financial strategy, planning, and operations while partnering with the CEO and executives to drive growth and profitability.

The role requires extensive GAAP expertise, strong leadership, and a track record in financial reporting, forecasting, and risk management. Employer offers a dynamic government contracting environment and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• MBA or Master’s in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is preferred.
• CPA designation is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy and plan.
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, and payroll.
• Ensure timely financial reporting and GAAP compliance.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance.
• Provide strategic insights to the CEO and executive team.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP expertise

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Accounting operations

Financial modeling

Systems proficiency

Communication

Integrity

Strategic partnership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA or Master’s degree (preferred)

CPA designation (highly preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Payroll systems

Job description

Head of Finance (HYRBID)

Job Description:

The Head of Finance is responsible for leading the organization’s financial strategy, planning, and operations. This role oversees accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance while acting as a strategic partner to executive leadership. The Head of Finance ensures the financial health of the organization by providing accurate insights, managing risk, and supporting long-term business growth. This position may be hybrid, depending on business needs. Experience working with international teams is preferred, and fluency in Hebrew is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and executive team on financial planning and growth initiatives.
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall financial performance.
• Deliver financial statements, executive dashboards, and performance reports.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.
• Lead budgeting processes and track performance against financial targets.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial governance.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee internal and external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks.
• Build, lead, and mentor the finance and accounting team.
• Drive a high-performance culture focused on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Optimize financial systems, processes, and workflows.
• Partner with operations, HR, and other departments to support business initiatives.
• Collaborate with international teams and stakeholders as applicable.
• Support investor relations, banking relationships, and external partnerships.

Essential Skills:

• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• Proven leadership experience in a finance role. required.
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting and financial operations.
• Strong expertise in GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in accounting and financial management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• MBA or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (preferred).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation (highly preferred).
• Experience in a hybrid or global work environment.
• Experience with manufacturing and Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.

Work Environment:

The position is primarily office-based with the flexibility to work in the office two days a week, which are non-set days depending on the rest of the team's schedule. The role requires 10-20% travel. The company offers a dynamic and growing environment in the government contracting sector, providing ample opportunities for future growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Stafford, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $160000.00 - $200000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• health insurance, 401K plan, vacation days, paid holidays and sick leave.
• You will be eligible to the employer’s match under the Company’s 401K plan after you have completed 6 full months of employment with the Company.
• (c) Paid Time-Off: You will be eligible to earn up to fifteen (15) days of paid vacation per calendar year, which will accrue monthly on a pro-rata basis.
• Vacation days not used in a specific year can be accumulated for use in future years up to a maximum of ten (10) days in total.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Stafford,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.