Director of Finance and Operations

Robert Half • Lansing, MI • 2d ago

Description

Starting Salary: Up to $160,000 + Bonus

Robert Half is partnering with one of their construction industry clients on their search for an experienced finance and operations leader to guide financial planning, strengthen business performance, and support continued growth. This role serves as a key partner to executive leadership, combining financial oversight with administrative leadership to improve decision-making, develop scalable processes, and foster a high-performing team. The position is ideal for someone who brings strong business judgment, enjoys building effective systems, and can lead cross-functional operations with a practical, people-focused approach.

Responsibilities:

Direct company-wide budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and long-term financial strategy to support organizational goals.

Create financial analyses, performance models, and reporting packages that help leadership evaluate results and make informed business decisions.

Oversee core accounting functions, including payables, payroll coordination, reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate financial statements.

Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and operating procedures that promote accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

Lead and coach team members across finance, human resources, and administrative functions while supporting hiring, onboarding, and employee development.

Manage business administration activities such as office operations, facilities coordination, and fleet-related oversight.

Partner with external advisors and service providers, including banks, insurers, legal counsel, and tax professionals, to support business needs and reduce risk exposure.

Contribute to acquisition evaluation, due diligence, and integration efforts while helping implement processes that enable future expansion.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

At least 7 years of progressive combined leadership experience in finance and accounting.

Demonstrated success managing annual budgets, forecasting cycles, and cash flow planning.

Strong knowledge of month-end close activities, financial reporting, and performance analysis.

Experience building or improving financial processes, internal controls, and operational systems.

Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with executives, staff, and external partners.

Familiarity with compliance requirements involving tax, insurance, banking, and general business regulations.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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