Senior Director of Finance

Unison Infrastructure; Woburn (MA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial company is seeking a Senior Director of Finance to join their dynamic team. Reporting to the Managing Director, the role includes oversight of audit management, financial reporting, and tax compliance for multinational operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting and CPA, with over 12 years of relevant experience. They will lead day-to-day compliance operations and ensure transparent and accountable financial practices while fostering strong team dynamics and a proactive problem-solving environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote work

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid bereavement

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with SEC reporting or similar.
• Previous experience managing general ledger accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple financial audits for investors and lenders.
• Supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory bookkeeping and reporting requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, finance, or related field

CPA certification

Tools

Excel

ERP

Job description

The Team:

Reporting directly to the Managing Director of Finance, the Senior Director of Finance is a key member of the Unison finance and investment teams. The candidate will partner with Unison executives and external consultants to identify and implement tax and accounting strategies across multinational operations. The candidate will lead the day-to-day compliance operations, with responsibility for all audit, tax, and accounting activities.

The Job:

Audit Management:

• Lead and coordinate multiple financial audits for investors and lenders, ensuring compliance with regulatory and investor requirements
• Manage relationships with external auditors, lenders, and stakeholders to facilitate efficient audit processes
• Review and analyze audit findings, implementing corrective actions to strengthen financial controls
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to meet investor and lender expectations
• Develop and maintain audit policies and procedures to enhance transparency and accountability
  
  
  

Financial Reporting:

• Supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements across multiple entities
• Review financial statement footnotes in accordance with US GAAP
• Ensure alignment between US GAAP financial statements and local statutory financial statements (STAT to GAAP reconciliation)
  
  
  

Tax & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local statutory bookkeeping and reporting requirements
• Coordinate with tax advisors to adhere to tax structuring analysis recommendations
• Oversee tax obligations across global entities, including corporate income tax, VAT, withholding tax, and other regulatory requirements
  
  
  

Financial Close Process:

• Support the monthly financial close for multiple global entities, ensuring adherence to deadlines and internal controls
• Review and analyze financial data across entities to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure consistent execution of financial close; completely, timely, and accurately
  
  
  

Internal Controls & Process Improvement:

• Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accurate financial statement reporting
• Strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards across multiple entities
  
  
  

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in the field of Accounting, finance, or a related field
• CPA certification
• 12+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with preparing financial statements. Example: SEC reporting or similar experience
• Previous experience managing general ledger accounting and monthly close
• Experience with lease accounting and FX accounting a plus
• Highly analytical and organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Expert knowledge of Excel and ERP
  
  
  

Personal Attributes:

The ideal candidate will embody a strong ethical foundation, intellectual curiosity, and professional integrity, aligning with the team and company culture. Key attributes include:

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach to learning and problem-solving
  
  
  

Roll-up-the-sleeves attitude, willing to dive into details and tackle challenges directly.

Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach, fostering strong team dynamics.

Results-driven focus, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Exceptional analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail and data-driven decision-making.

Genuine respect for colleagues, coupled with a positive attitude and a good sense of humor.

Other Details:

• Competitive salary, remote work, paid holidays, paid time off, and paid bereavement
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship