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Interim Contract Finance Leader (ongoing recruitment; can be located anywhere)

Shockingly Different Leadership

New York, NY · Posted October 15, 2026

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About the job

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. --------------------------------------------

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