Director of Finance at M1 Technology

Cedar Solutions Group•Baltimore, WA

About The Position

Founded in 2016, M1 Technology’s vision is simple and unchanging: Connect “MISSION FIRST” individuals to deliver high-impact solutions to government clients and be the best home for our employees. M1 Technology is a Virginia-based consulting firm focused on delivering technology solutions and operational support to the United States Intelligence Community. Whether it’s developing enterprise-level and mission-critical applications for end users dedicated to innovative missions or collecting intelligence into a suite of tools used for operational objectives, we provide world-class support for our government customers. M1 Technology is backed by Cedar Solutions Group , a holding company that acquires and operates B2B government-services companies across North America. Cedar is driven by a people-first mission to invest in talent and technology to deliver effective government solutions. Cedar is a uniquely long-term oriented holding company that seeks to hold and grow businesses indefinitely. As Director Finance, you will own all accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting processes while contributing to the operational maturity of a high-growth, private equity-backed business. You will drive timely financial operations, implement scalable systems, and support audits and compliance. In addition, you will also be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of the organization including but not limited to employee management/administration and contract administration. You will also be supportive in the growth functions of the business, including recruiting support (candidate interviews, pipeline tracking, offer conversations) and contract capture activity (teaming agreement negotiations, pipeline tracking, relationship management). This business provides operational support to the United States Intelligence Community. As Director of Finance, you will serve as a crucial operator and thought partner within the business both as a leader for its employees, as well as a representative of Cedar Solutions Group. We are looking for someone who is excited to own the numbers, excel in an entrepreneurial environment supported by proven playbooks, and who has a can-do attitude to truly operate a growing business. This role will report to the Group Controller and CEO of M1 Technology and be based in the D.C. or Northern Virginia area.

Requirements

6 years of experience in accounting, with a strong understanding of financial statement preparation, multi-entity consolidation, and GAAP compliance
Experience in public accounting high preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Proven ability to identify and address data anomalies, ensuring accuracy and consistency in financial reports
Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to finance leaders
Experience leading or supporting financial audits and meeting tax requirements
Enthusiasm to continue to scale an organization
Energized by a high-growth environment and opportunity for increased responsibility
Comfortable with ambiguity
Ability to communicate complex information at varying levels of detail
Spirit of continuous improvement to implement new processes

Nice To Haves

Financial leader who enjoys problem solving and excels in ambiguous environments
Ultra-accountability and ownership mindset – someone that “wants the ball” and deliver successful outcomes
Strong EQ and a growth mindset
Willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved in all aspects of running a business from vision setting to tactical execution

Responsibilities

Own the finance and accounting function, including financial reporting and month-end close, payroll and time-keeping management, budgeting and forecasting, invoicing and payables, and process improvement. This is inclusive of both oversight and execution of these functions.
Own the business operations of the company, including contracts administration, benefits administration, and employee management (culture building, retention activities).
Serve as company representative to the Board of Directors – deliver management insights, analyses, and strategic plans.
Support growth activities alongside Company CEO and President such as recruiting, contract rate negotiations, and business development activity.
Demonstrate strong financial acumen, including financial statement preparation and audit leadership.
Apply advanced Excel and modeling command, creating error-proof templates, controls, and model checks.
Build and maintain strong relationships across stakeholders, founders, and the Cedar ecosystem.
Willing to live in or relocate to the Northern Virginia or greater DC area.