Senior Manager, Finance Operations

About the role

The Senior Manager, Finance Operations at Catapult is responsible for overseeing financial operations, including Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management. Based in Boston, this role ensures efficient financial processes, accurate record-keeping, and strong collaboration between finance, procurement, and business teams to optimize cash flow, working capital, and vendor/client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR) Management: Manage a team of 8 people (AR team of 5, AP team of 3). Oversee end-to-end AP and AR processes, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments. Develop strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables. Monitor vendor payments, reconciliations, and dispute resolutions to ensure accuracy and compliance. Partner with our Business Solutions team to implement automation tools to streamline AP and AR processes and reduce manual errors. Prepare aging reports and operational performance reporting to ensure financial stability. Streamline order to cash and procure to pay processes, ensuring efficient, well-controlled workflows that align with the company’s growth and performance goals.
• Financial Operations & Cost Control: In coordination with FP&A, manage financial transactions, expense and procurement tracking, against set financial budgets. Develop and implement strategies to optimize cost efficiency across financial processes. Work closely with procurement and finance teams to ensure proper cashflow planning. Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights. Ensure financial compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Reporting & Stakeholder Collaboration: Generate and present financial reports, including AP/AR and cashflow reports. Collaborate with internal teams to drive financial accountability and operational efficiency. Assist in financial audits and ensure proper documentation of financial records. Provide recommendations to leadership on financial performance improvements and systems and process enhancements.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of Financial operations: know what great looks like!
• Hands-on experience in a range of financial systems in processing transactions (preferably NetSuite & Coupa)
• Experience managing teams of Fin Ops professionals (global experience a plus)
• Understanding of accounting principles and unparalleled attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and a bit of a flair for diplomacy

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance operations, preferably in a corporate setting
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team
• Knowledge of financial systems and processes, particularly NetSuite and Coupa
• Experience with financial budgeting and forecasting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with financial reporting and analysis tools
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation range: $73,275 - $168,533 per year
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid leave and recognized company holidays
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and talented global workforce
• Challenging and rewarding work in a fast-paced and innovative industry

Pay

The target Total Compensation range for this position is $73,275 - $168,533 per year. This range is inclusive of base salary and a target incentive plan (which may include equity, commission, or other bonus structures).

Schedule

Full-time position based in Boston.