Who is SDL? At Shockingly Different Leadership, we are changing the way companies scale up their teams during peak periods of work! SDL is a global strategic human capital consultancy which provides the best consulting expertise, on an on-demand, project, or flexible basis. We hire the best proven experts across the globe and add a high dose of empathy to "meet clients where they are", no matter how ambiguous or complicated their initiative. Our clients deserve a partner who co-creates with them to deliver great work that achieves "shockingly different" results! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Description of Contract Opportunity SDL has an ongoing need for Interim Finance Executives for our clients. All positions require an experienced Finance leader to oversee the Finance function during a period of company transition and advise the executive team on Finance matters. Throughout the duration of the project the Finance leader may be asked to accomplish tasks such as: • support and coordinate the organization's finance infrastructure and strategy • establishing policies and procedures • setting up internal control systems/risk systems, supporting urgent issues, managing complex finance workstreams • audit preparation and planning • lead Finance-related change management efforts • leading the hiring for open positions in the Finance function The consultant will work closely with the CEO, C-Suite leaders and the Finance staff These contract positions are usually full-time for 3-12 months. Sporadically, we also have part-time positions. Qualifications - Required Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree required; masters a plus - Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 7-10 years of appropriate experience Required Skills: • Extensive background in roles of progressive scope and responsibility within Finance • Strategic and innovative team player with strengths in financial controls and the ability to communicate with nonfinance colleagues • Experience engaging with a variety of leaders and stakeholders • Ability to effectively coordinate with individuals in multiple time zones and cultures • Adept at facilitating cross-functional collaboration and engagement with leadership across the organization • Strong presentation and storytelling skills • Ability to easily package and present information in a consumable manner at the executive level • Must be a resilient and a "go-getter", willing to roll-up your sleeves and be hands-on • Ability to make timely and independent judgment decisions while working in a fast-paced and results-driven environment • Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities • Ability to collaborate to build successful relationships • Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision in a structured environment • Ability to work effectively in a virtual team environment • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills Targeted Pay Rate Varies based on client. Be sure to submit your hourly and daily rates during the application process. -------------------------------------------- • This opportunity not for you? Refer someone who may be a good fit. • Are you a firm who has a project that you can't fulfill? Refer to us and receive a revenue share. • Are you a company who has a need for contract experts? We can help.