Vantora Partners

Director - Strategic Finance

Posted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.

  • Job overview

    The Director - Strategic Finance role involves leading financial transformation projects and driving impactful financial strategies within the CFO Services group of a globally recognized advisory firm.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role requires leading financial transformation projects, advising senior executives, supporting business development, mentoring consulting teams, and managing client engagements to ensure high-quality delivery and measurable results.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have 8+ years in financial leadership within top-tier consulting, expertise in CFO advisory, corporate finance, or management consulting, strong financial strategy knowledge, proven business development skills, excellent communication, and preferably an MBA or CPA.

  • Career development

    The position offers growth opportunities by playing a key role in expanding the CFO Services group and advancing one's career within a collaborative and innovative consulting firm.

  • Work environment and culture

    The company culture values teamwork, innovation, and client success, emphasizing a consulting-driven approach and a collaborative environment.

  • Company information

    The company is a globally recognized advisory firm with a focus on CFO Services and financial consulting solutions for high-profile clients.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join the CFO Services group, working with a high-performing team focused on delivering consulting-driven financial strategies.

  • Job location and travel

    The role offers flexibility on location for the right candidate, indicating possible remote or varied office locations.

  • Unique job features

    This role is distinguished by its focus on strategic financial transformation projects and the opportunity to lead and grow a consulting practice within a top-tier advisory firm.

Company overview

Vantora Partners is a multidiscipline staffing and recruiting firm that emphasizes both the candidate journey and client outcomes, operating primarily in Chicago and New York. The company specializes in executive search and consulting services, focusing on senior-level roles such as Managing Director, and works with clients across various industries to fill key leadership positions. Vantora Partners generates revenue by providing talent acquisition and recruitment solutions tailored to organizational needs. The firm is recognized for its consultative approach, helping clients achieve strategic goals through effective hiring. Candidates considering Vantora Partners should be aware of its commitment to both client satisfaction and a positive candidate experience.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your extensive experience in financial leadership within top-tier consulting firms, emphasizing expertise in CFO advisory, corporate finance, and management consulting to align with Vantora Partners' Director - Strategic Finance role.

  • Showcase your skills in leading financial transformation projects, strategic planning, operational efficiency, and capital structure optimization, as these are critical responsibilities for the position.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Vantora Partners' corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach recruiters effectively.

  • Connect with professionals in the CFO Services group at Vantora Partners on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent company initiatives or asking about the team’s approach to financial transformation to break the ice.

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