Industry Consultant - Project-Based Financial Systems Location: Remote (U.S.) Experience Level: Senior (10+ years) Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Overview
A privately held professional services organization is seeking a senior-level finance professional with strong experience in project-driven industries (construction, engineering, field services, or similar) to join their consulting practice. This role is ideal for someone who has led financial operations in a complex environment and wants to apply that experience toward helping clients improve their processes and modernize their financial systems.
The consultant will work closely with client teams to evaluate current-state operations, optimize financial workflows, and guide organizations through system changes using a leading enterprise finance platform.
Primary Responsibilities
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Advise clients on best practices for managing project-based financial operations, including job costing, project controls, budgeting, forecasting, and revenue recognition.
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Review and redesign financial workflows to support improved operational efficiency and stronger data integrity.
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Partner with technical teams to ensure financial processes are accurately reflected within the client's ERP environment.
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Assist clients in developing business cases, identifying process gaps, and implementing more effective reporting and control structures.
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Provide coaching and subject-matter expertise to client stakeholders and internal delivery teams.
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Translate complex financial issues into clear recommendations and practical solutions.
Required Background
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Minimum of 10 years in senior finance leadership roles (Controller, Director of Finance, Senior Cost Accountant, VP of Finance, CFO, etc.).
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Experience supporting or overseeing financial operations in project-centric industries, ideally involving field teams, job costing, equipment/labor management, or multi-phase project accounting.
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Hands-on familiarity with a major enterprise financial system (experience with the Microsoft finance platform or similar systems is strongly preferred).
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Solid understanding of cost structures, project accounting, WIP tracking, billing methods, and forecasting within a project-driven environment.
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Proven ability to contribute to or lead financial system improvements, transformations, or ERP deployments.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with operational leaders, finance executives, and technical teams.
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CPA or advanced degree preferred but not required.
Ideal Candidate Traits
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Comfortable navigating fast-paced environments where processes vary widely across clients.
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Confident partnering with operations leaders, project managers, and field teams.
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Skilled at identifying inefficiencies and recommending practical improvements.
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Enjoys combining financial expertise with technology and process optimization.
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Naturally curious and motivated by complex problem-solving.
Position Highlights
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Fully remote, with occasional travel as needed.
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Opportunity to work with diverse client organizations across the U.S.
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High visibility role influencing financial transformations and operational improvements.
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Blend of finance, technology, and strategic advisory work.
Apply now by sending your CV to with your phone availability:
Brianna Pappas: b.pappas@nigelfrank.com or call: (646)222-6645
Nigel Frank International is the global leader in Microsoft Technologies recruitment, advertising more Dynamics jobs than any other agency. Specializing in Microsoft Dynamics recruitment, we offer a wide range of opportunities across North America for both partners and end users. With a focus on Microsoft technologies, we have strong relationships with key employers and provide confidential career advice. Contact us at (646)222-6645 or visit www.nigelfrank.com for more information.
Keywords: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Construction Industry, Finance, High-level finance, ERP Implementation
