Interim VP Finance

Our Boston-based, non-profit client has an immediate opening for an Interim VP Finance to join their team on a contract to hire basis. This role will oversee and manage the entire accounting and financial reporting functions of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the annual external financial audit and IRS Form 990 preparation for two entities
• Manage monthly and year-end close process
• Organize the annual budget and reforecast process and oversee the accounting department and officer manager’s annual budget and reforecast process
• Collaborate with cost center heads/senior managers with the ‘budget to actual’ review monthly
• Create and maintain company metrics that assist in monitoring operations
• Manage and propose updates of financial policies and procedures
• Responsible for project management as needed
• Assist the CFO in the fiscal/business affairs of the corporation

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA or graduate degree preferred
• Significant and demonstrated experience in accounting and accounting software, with 5 or more years of experience
• Strong systems proficiency (Windows, MS Office, Excel)
• NetSuite experience is a plus
• Knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis
• Active participation in proposing solutions to problems and making recommendations for improvements
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound business acumen and the ability to establish credibility, trust, and partnership at all levels of the organization
• Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet deadlines