VP/Director of Finance

VP/Director of Finance Robert Half - 3.9 Fort Collins, CO Job Details Temporary | Contract $63.34 - $73.34 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Financial forecasting Accounting systems Financial close processing Preparation of internal financial performance reports Performance improvement leadership Internal controls Operational management Operations coordination Operations transformation Global team management Change management Compliance monitoring Managing budgets in a finance role Accounting experience within manufacturing industry Operational risk mitigation Financial workflow efficiency improvements Managing accounting teams Organizational skills Finance directorship Closing the books Financial compliance enhancement International corporation experience Process improvement planning SAP ERP Cash flow budgeting Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Process management Leadership Financial compliance monitoring Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced finance leader to support a manufacturing organization in Fort Collins, Colorado as a Long-term Contract VP/Director of Finance. This role will oversee core accounting operations across the Americas, guide a team through a period of leadership change, and help ensure accurate, timely reporting for multiple non-plant entities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a practical leadership style, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional and international stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Direct accounting activities for regional entities across the Americas, ensuring timely completion of close cycles, journal postings, and external and internal financial reporting. Provide daily leadership to the accounting function by assigning priorities, removing obstacles, and maintaining steady execution during a transition in department leadership. Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes, including the review and preparation of reserves, accruals, debit memos, and other significant entries. Collaborate closely with FP& A, tax, shared services, and regional business partners to deliver accurate financial results and support reporting needs across global operations. Contribute accounting support for selected European entities as needed, helping maintain consistency and responsiveness across international teams. Identify breakdowns in existing workflows and implement practical improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce risk. Monitor accounting procedures and system-based processes to support continuity, accuracy, and compliance in a fast-moving environment. Extensive experience leading accounting and finance operations in a manufacturing or similarly complex business environment. Strong background in month-end close, financial reporting, and the preparation or review of accruals, reserves, and related accounting entries. Demonstrated leadership ability with experience directing teams, managing priorities, and resolving operational issues effectively. Knowledge of budgeting processes, cash flow forecasting, and broader financial management practices. Proficiency with SAP and enterprise resource planning platforms, along with familiarity with accounting systems used in shared services environments. Experience working across international or multi-entity organizations, including coordination with regional and cross-functional stakeholders. Understanding of internal controls, process improvement, and finance transformation initiatives within accounting operations. 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 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .