Finance Operations Manager

Location: Denver, CO / Hybrid

Compensation: $95,000–$108,000JC Porter is searching for a Finance & Operations Manager for a project-based professional services organization. This role is ideal for someone who understands how agency operations, finance, project performance, billing, staffing, and systems all connect to drive a healthy business. This position will work closely with leadership and internal teams to improve financial visibility, strengthen workflows, support project profitability, and keep day-to-day business operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities: Partner with leadership to improve agency operations, financial performance, resource planning, workflows, and overall efficiency Monitor project budgets, staffing, utilization, burn rates, profitability, forecasts, WIP, un-billed work, and billing alignment with scopes and budgets Identify project risks, scope changes, cost overruns, billing concerns, and opportunities to improve project performance Develop reporting and dashboards that help leadership and teams make better decisions Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, monthly close, reconciliations, general ledger accuracy, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, management reporting, and internal controls Manage client billing, accounts receivable, collections, payroll, benefits administration, insurance renewals, employee records, onboarding, and offboarding Serve as the primary financial administrator for agency management, ERP, or accounting systems while supporting system improvements and accurate reporting Supervise and support an accounting team member while strengthening processes, accountability, and financial controls

Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in operations, finance, business operations, project accounting, or a related role Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field Strong understanding of project budgets, scopes, staffing, utilization, billing, forecasting, and profitability Background working in a small to mid-sized project-driven environment Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and month-end close Ability to turn financial and operational data into practical recommendations for leadership and internal teams Experience improving workflows, systems, processes, reporting, and controls Experience supporting client billing, project profitability, agency operations, or resource planning

Desired Qualifications: Experience in an advertising agency, marketing agency, professional services firm, or project-based business Why This Role Could Be a Great Fit Hybrid schedule High-impact role working directly with senior leadership Strong mix of finance, accounting, agency operations, systems, and project performance Opportunity to improve reporting, workflows, controls, and profitability across the business Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, phone stipend, disability coverage, life insurance, EAP, and profit-sharing opportunity This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting the numbers to how the business actually operates and wants a visible role where finance, operations, and project performance come together.