Director of Finance

Position Summary The Hatch Group is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead financial strategy, support profitable growth, and strengthen financial performance across its company entities and locations. This position partners with executive leadership on strategic planning, cash flow, financing, acquisitions, capital investments, and risk management. The Director of Finance oversees the Controller, Senior Accountant and other Accounting Department Staff and provides direction to the accounting department. The Controller owns day-to-day accounting operations, financial statement preparation, internal controls, and the close process. The Senior Accountant performs technical accounting work and directly supervises the three accounting support employees. The ideal candidate combines financial expertise with practical business judgment, understands construction and project-based operations, and can translate financial information into clear recommendations for leadership. Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy and Business Planning Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning across entities, branches, and service linesPartner with executive and operational leaders to establish financial goals and evaluate performanceAnalyze revenue, profitability, overhead, and operating trends to identify opportunities for improvementDevelop financial models and scenario analyses for expansion, pricing, staffing, and other business decisionsEstablish financial performance measures and work with department leaders to address resultsBalance growth objectives with liquidity, financial capacity, and operational requirements Banking Relationships and Financing Serve as the primary relationship owner for banks, lenders, and financing partnersEvaluate and recommend credit facilities, equipment financing, and other borrowing arrangementsCoordinate financing applications, renewals, and negotiations with executive leadershipMonitor debt obligations, borrowing availability, and lender covenant complianceEnsure required financial information is submitted accurately and on time, using schedules prepared by the accounting teamRecommend banking arrangements and account structures that support the organization’s needs Bonding and Surety Management Manage relationships with surety providers and bonding agentsOversee bonding renewals, capacity reviews, and project-specific bond requestsCoordinate financial statements, work-in-progress schedules, and other underwriting information with the ControllerMonitor factors affecting bonding capacity and communicate limitations or requirements to leadershipPartner with operations and estimating teams to assess bonding requirements for prospective projects Cash Flow Strategy and Working Capital Own cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning across the organizationAnticipate seasonal funding needs, major expenditures, debt payments, and other cash requirementsUse reconciled cash balances, receivables aging, payables schedules, and project information to develop reliable forecastsSet working capital priorities and monitor collection trends, payment timing, and retainage exposureEstablish payment priorities and funding plans within approved policiesRecommend actions to maintain sufficient liquidity and improve cash conversion Acquisitions and Financial Integration Lead the financial evaluation of acquisition opportunities in coordination with executive leadership and advisersAssess financial results, working capital, debt, liabilities, and other factors affecting transaction valueDevelop acquisition models and evaluate financing optionsCoordinate financial due diligence and communicate findings, assumptions, and risksLead financial integration planning, including reporting structures, banking, controls, systems, and accounting processesDirect the Controller’s execution of accounting integration tasks and monitor post-acquisition performance Insurance and Risk Management Manage relationships with insurance brokers and coordinate company insurance renewalsEvaluate coverage needs, premiums, deductibles, and financial exposure with leadership and advisersCoordinate insurance information across entities and locationsPartner with HR, safety, operations, and legal advisers on claims information, loss trends, and risk-reduction initiativesEvaluate financial risks associated with customer concentration, contracts, credit exposure, and operational decisionsRecommend appropriate financial safeguards and insurance arrangements Capital Expenditures and Asset Planning Lead capital expenditure planning for equipment, vehicles, facilities, and technologyEvaluate proposed investments using return, utilization, operating cost, and cash flow analysesAssess purchase, lease, and financing alternativesPresent recommendations for approval and monitor spending against approved plansReview the financial performance of major investments with operational leadersCoordinate with the Controller to ensure approved transactions are properly recorded Executive Reporting and Decision Support Own the preparation and presentation of executive financial reporting using financial statements reviewed by the ControllerExplain performance against budget and forecast, including significant variances and corrective actionsPresent branch, service-line, and project profitability trendsCommunicate liquidity, debt, bonding capacity, financial risks, and growth opportunitiesTranslate financial information into practical recommendations for executive leadershipEnsure leadership receives timely information for major business decisions Accounting Leadership and Department Development Supervise, coach, and evaluate the ControllerEstablish department goals, reporting expectations, and prioritiesReview financial results and significant accounting matters with the ControllerProvide oversight of accounting policies, internal controls, audit readiness, and tax-adviser coordinationEnsure the accounting department has appropriate staffing, systems, training, and coverageSponsor improvements to financial reporting and accounting systems while the Controller directs implementationMaintain clear ownership, approval authority, and escalation procedures throughout the department Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field requiredTen or more years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including financial leadership and staff managementExperience in construction, contracting, or another project-based industry strongly preferredExperience supporting multiple company entities, locations, or business unitsStrong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, cash flow management, and financial statement analysisFamiliarity with construction job costing, work-in-progress reporting, retainage, and revenue recognitionExperience managing banking relationships, financing arrangements, and lender reportingExperience with bonding and surety requirements preferredAcquisition due diligence and integration experience preferredExperience coordinating insurance programs and evaluating business riskStrong communication skills and the ability to advise executive and operational leadersAdvanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial and accounting systemsCPA, CMA, or MBA preferred Schedule: This position is full-time. In office availability is required in Plainville, MA Pay Range: Annual Salary Range: $185,000 - $225,000Company Benefits include Health Insurance with generous company contribution. Dental and Vision insurances paid fully by the company. 401(k) with matching contributions along with multiple paid holidays, PTO, and more! What Success Looks Like Leadership receives clear, timely financial reporting and actionable recommendationsBudgets and forecasts support realistic operating and growth plansCash requirements are anticipated and adequate liquidity is maintainedBanking, bonding, and insurance relationships support business needsCapital investments receive consistent financial evaluationAcquisitions are thoroughly assessed and financially integratedThe Controller and accounting team have clear priorities, effective systems, and appropriate oversightFinancial performance improves through disciplined planning and collaboration with operations Benefits: We're thrilled to offer our full-time employees with a healthy benefits package including Health, Life, and Dental Insurances. Additionally, we match in 401k contributions up to 4%. Please note that Hatch is a drug free work environment and all employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug screenings throughout their employment. 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