Director of Finance Opportunity in Springfield, Massachusetts

Join Robert Half in sourcing top-tier finance talent for this pivotal Director of Finance role in Springfield, Massachusetts. This hybrid position (2–3 days onsite) offers a rare chance for an operations-leaning finance leader to drive transformation in a $20M operating environment within a mission-driven organization focused on research, infrastructure, and advanced technology. With a competitive salary around $200,000, this full-time leadership role emphasizes modernizing operations, partnering with executive leadership, and influencing board-level decisions. Reference: SF0013374476. Contact: Sal.Fiorillo@RobertHalf.com.

About the Role

This senior leadership position is perfect for a strategic finance professional who thrives at the intersection of financial oversight and operational execution. Located in Western Massachusetts, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director, board, and cross-functional teams in a capital-intensive, utility-heavy setting. Ideal candidates bring experience from nonprofit, higher education, research, healthcare, or grant-funded sectors, with a passion for simplifying complex processes like job costing, inventory management, and overhead allocation. This role stands out for its high visibility and direct impact on organizational governance, reporting, and efficiency in Springfield, MA.

Key Responsibilities

As Director of Finance, you'll lead with a hands-on approach while shaping enterprise strategy:

• Act as the primary financial and operational partner to the Executive Director, providing actionable insights.
• Engage with the Board and committees through presentations and collaborative governance evolution.
• Manage full-cycle budgeting, forecasting, controls, and reporting for a $20M budget.
• Develop sophisticated financial models for overhead, utilities, capex, and shared services.
• Collaborate with IT, Facilities, and Operations to optimize infrastructure-heavy processes.
• Modernize business operations via automation, documentation improvements, and process simplification.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that balance stakeholder needs and flexibility.
• Ensure compliance with grants, support audits, and maintain funding agency relationships.

Robert Half is excited to connect qualified candidates with this transformative opportunity in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Director of Finance role, candidates must demonstrate:

• A BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced certifications highly preferred.
• 10+ years in financial management or leadership, with operations-minded expertise.
• Proven skills in budgeting, forecasting, financial oversight, and cost modeling.
• Background in nonprofit, research, higher education, healthcare, or grant environments.
• Executive presence for board interactions and communication with technical stakeholders.
• Track record of operational efficiencies, process improvements, and scaling organizations.

Nice-to-haves include experience in utility/infrastructure operations and newly created leadership roles.

Why Join Us

This position offers unparalleled influence in a high-impact seat within one of the country's most sophisticated research ecosystems. Gain exposure to cutting-edge technology, infrastructure projects, and mission-critical operations while enjoying a hybrid schedule in vibrant Springfield, MA. Whether you're a seasoned leader seeking closer mission alignment or a high-potential talent ready for enterprise expansion, this role delivers growth, visibility, and purpose. Robert Half ensures confidentiality—all candidate profiles are shared only with permission. Email your resume to Sal.Fiorillo@RobertHalf.com referencing SF0013374476 to explore this Director of Finance career at Robert Half today. Keywords: finance director jobs Springfield MA, nonprofit finance leadership, operations finance roles Massachusetts.