Boutique asset management firm in Harvard Square is looking for a highly promotable, top performing, Director of Finance & Operations to step into a newly designed, hands-on & entrepreneurial role.
Reporting to the Managing Partner, the Director of Finance & Operations will lead the finance, operations & compliance efforts for the organization. The ideal candidate has a strong background in investment management, excellent analytical skills (Advanced Excel / modeling), strong communication & writing skills (ability to write RFP's, create presentations, etc), and a desire to grow long term in an operational path.
This is a succession planning role, and ideally this individual will grow to be Chief Operating Officer / Chief Financial Officer. The team is open to a top performer with anywhere from 7 - 15 years of experience, as long as the individual is highly motivated and eager to grow in their career.
The Director of Finance & Operations should be incredibly self-directed, able to notice gaps in process & workflow and jump to action to create seamless solutions. A strong finance, compliance background would be an asset in this role. The Director of Finance & Operations will create reporting for the leadership team, & build strategic analysis to support critical decision making.
The team works mainly onsite in Cambridge, with a flexible schedule. There is the ability to WFH 1-2 days per week, but ideally, this individual will want to learn and work closely with the team, on-site, to grow their career.
Generous compensation package including strong benefits & competitive bonus structure.
Qualifications:
Interested candidates please send resumes to: sdardeno@sdlsearch.com

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