Permanent Full Time Director of Finance

Our client, a portfolio company in the staffing industry, is seeking a hands-on finance professional to support the business during a transition period. This is a full-time contract opportunity for someone who can step in quickly, manage day-to-day finance operations, and help keep the function stable and organized within a small team environment. There is potential for the role to become permanent.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing core accounting and finance activities, supporting reporting and compliance requirements, and helping management maintain visibility into financial performance. Review cash position and support urgent disbursements and payment decisions

Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activity and follow up on outstanding items

Respond to finance-related questions from management, internal teams, vendors, and clients

Oversee timesheet submissions and billing processes

Monitor ongoing finance and back-office activities and resolve issues or bottlenecks

Process weekly EFT and wire payments

Update financial forecasts and identify risks or variances

Process semi-monthly payroll across both entities

Handle payroll-related changes including new hires, terminations, vacation updates, and bonuses

Lead month-end close and reconcile accounts

Monitor key performance indicators related to contractors and placements

Support quarterly bank compliance reporting

Assist with the external audit process

Strong hands-on finance and accounting experience

Experience managing month-end close, reconciliations, payroll, reporting, and compliance

Comfortable working in a small team and taking ownership of day-to-day finance operations

NetSuite experience is an asset

Audit exposure is helpful but not essential