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Director, Finance & Operations

Washington, D.C. - Baltimore Area

Cedar Solutions Group is 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.  

 

Job Description: 

As Director Finance & Operations, you will own all accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting processes while contributing to the growth and 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, new business and growth initiatives, and contract administration. 

This business provides operational support to the United States Intelligence Community. As Director Finance & Operations, 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 and manage a growing business.  

This role will report to the SVP of Cedar Solutions Group and be based in the D.C. or Northern Virginia area. 

 

Role Expectations: 

  • 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 alongside the business’ President/Founder to the Board of Directors – deliver management insights, analyses, and strategic plans.
  • Support in business development activities to augment the company’s new contract capture function.
  • 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.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve 15%+ YoY revenue and EBITDA growth.
  • 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. 

 

Desired Attributes: 

  • 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
  • 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 

 

Qualifications: 

  • 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  

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