Director of Finance

ELEVATION3D•Shrewsbury, MA

About The Position

Elevation3D is a full-service exhibit, event, and environment company specializing in immersive brand experiences through custom trade show exhibits, experiential marketing environments, and corporate installations. With fully integrated in-house design, engineering, construction, production, logistics, and installation teams, we deliver turnkey solutions that combine creativity, craftsmanship, and operational excellence. Our collaborative culture values innovation, accountability, and exceptional client service from concept through execution. The Director of Finance is responsible for leading the company’s finance and accounting function while serving as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team. This role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls, while also providing forward-looking financial analysis, operational insight, and strategic recommendations. This individual will help transition the finance function from a primarily historical reporting orientation to a proactive, operationally integrated financial leadership capability. The Director of Finance owns the full finance function — balancing operational rigor (controls, close, compliance) with forward-looking insight (planning, analysis, strategy) — and is the primary escalation point for complex financial, operational, and organizational issues. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with business acumen, operational curiosity, and the ability to identify and drive meaningful financial and operational improvements.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience
Prior leadership of an accounting function
Strong GAAP knowledge and close management experience
Proven ability to operate at both tactical and strategic levels
Strong communication skills with executive stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

Nice To Haves

MBA, particularly with a concentration in Finance or Accounting
Master’s degree in Accounting (MAcc), Finance (MSF), or related discipline
Experience in project-based or services businesses
Experience scaling finance teams during growth or transition
Prior experience as Head of Finance, VP Finance, or Controller with strategic remit
CMA, CFA, or CPA-track candidates
Experience working directly with executive leadership in a growth-oriented company

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted financial partner and advisor to the CEO and leadership team, providing insight to support strategic, operational, and financial decision-making
Translate financial and operational data into clear, actionable recommendations that improve profitability, efficiency, and scalability
Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and performance metrics to support business planning and evaluate strategic initiatives
Identify opportunities to expand gross margin, improve cost structure, and optimize overall financial performance
Provide forward-looking visibility into financial performance, risks, and operational opportunities
Lead the annual corporate and departmental budgeting process and maintain rolling forecasts
Develop and maintain cash flow projections and financial planning models
Analyze actual performance against budget and forecast, identifying drivers of variance and improvement opportunities
Provide financial support and analysis to operational leaders to improve business unit and project performance
Establish and monitor key financial and operational performance indicators
Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, revenue recognition, payroll accounting, and expense management
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Maintain integrity and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Ensure alignment between operational systems and financial reporting to accurately reflect business performance
Strengthen internal controls, financial processes, and reporting consistency
Oversee compensation accounting, commission structures, payroll processes, and expense programs
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including Controller and accounting staff
Establish clear ownership, accountability, and scalable team structure
Improve process documentation and reduce reliance on institutional knowledge
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
Build finance team capabilities aligned with the company’s growth and operational needs
Improve financial systems, reporting workflows, and operational integration
Partner with internal ERP developer and cross-functional teams to enhance financial visibility and reporting capabilities
Identify and implement process improvements that reduce friction, increase efficiency, and improve decision-making
Work closely with operations, project management, HR, and leadership to align financial insight with business execution
Improve financial transparency and accountability across departments
Support operational decision-making with relevant financial analysis and recommendations
Serve as primary point of contact for external CPA firm, audit support, and tax coordination
Maintain relationships with banking and financial partners
Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements
Support financial reviews, audits, and external reporting as needed