BU CFO

Connect Search, LLC • Full-time • Boston, MA, US • 2h ago

Senior Director, BU CFO

Location: Boston, MA (onsite leadership presence expected ~4 days per week)

A global technology and manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Director Business Unit CFO to serve as the strategic financial leader for a large, complex business unit within a high-growth Manufacturing portfolio.

This role partners directly with the Business Unit General Manager and executive leadership team to guide financial strategy, capital deployment, and operational performance across a globally distributed organization. The position provides full ownership of financial performance and will lead a global finance team supporting commercial, operational, and product development initiatives.

This is a highly visible leadership role with broad scope across planning, performance management, capital investment, and cross-functional decision support.

What You Will Lead

Business Unit Financial Leadership

Own the financial performance of a global product portfolio, including full responsibility for profit and loss, balance sheet performance, and cash flow management
Lead long-range planning, annual operating plans, forecasting cycles, and executive reporting for the business unit
Translate complex financial data into clear insights that guide operational and strategic decisions
Identify financial risks and opportunities early and partner with leadership to execute mitigation strategies
Deliver rigorous performance management through standardized reporting, business metrics, and analytical frameworks

Capital Allocation & Portfolio Strategy

Partner with business leadership to prioritize investment decisions across product development, commercial expansion, and operational initiatives
Evaluate capital deployment opportunities with a focus on profitability, return on invested capital, and long-term value creation
Support pricing strategy and margin optimization in collaboration with global commercial teams
Provide financial oversight for R&D investments and ensure disciplined evaluation of project business cases

Operational & Cross-Functional Partnership

Act as a key advisor to the Business Unit leadership team, influencing decisions across operations, commercial strategy, product innovation, and market expansion
Collaborate closely with global teams spanning manufacturing, sales, marketing, HR, IT, and product development
Provide financial guidance on new product launches, pricing strategy, market entry initiatives, and operational efficiency programs
Support operational leadership in managing cost structure and improving profitability across manufacturing and supply chain activities

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

Lead and develop a global finance organization spanning multiple levels of seniority
Create an environment focused on talent development, accountability, and high performance
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and analytical rigor within the finance organization
Serve as a trusted mentor and strategic thought partner across the broader leadership team

Governance & Financial Integrity

Ensure financial reporting, accounting policies, and internal controls meet regulatory and corporate governance standards
Maintain strong compliance with U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Provide oversight of statutory reporting and financial governance across global business locations

What We’re Looking For

Experience

10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience
Demonstrated success managing financial performance for large business units or product portfolios
Experience operating in complex, matrixed organizations with global stakeholders
Track record partnering with senior leadership to drive strategic and operational outcomes
Exposure to manufacturing or product-based businesses is highly valued

Leadership Profile

Strong executive presence with the ability to influence decisions beyond the finance function
Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams
Comfortable navigating complex organizations and aligning cross-functional stakeholders
Strategic thinker with the ability to balance big-picture priorities and operational detail

Technical & Analytical Capabilities

Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
Experience with enterprise reporting and analytics platforms (e.g., consolidation and business intelligence tools)
Ability to translate financial insights into actionable recommendations

Education