
Interim Finance Director, M&A & Divestitures
Vaco by Highspring, California, MO, United States
Interim Finance Director, M&A & Divestitures
We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to oversee key financial workstreams during a major divestiture transition within a healthcare organization. This is a contract role lasting at least one year, requiring work in the Pacific Standard Time zone.
Base Pay Range
$90.00/hr – $110.00/hr
Key Responsibilities
Divestiture Transition Leadership
- Lead financial workstreams during the divestiture transition period.
- Design and implement new processes to close operational gaps rather than defaulting to legacy models.
- Partner with external buyers to ensure readiness across all financial pillars.
- Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, Reimbursement, Financial Statements, AP, and Payroll teams.
- Understand interdependencies and operational commitments within each function.
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable deliverables for subject‑matter experts.
- Manage inbound and outbound diligence requests alongside internal finance experts.
- Ensure timely, accurate, and complete responses aligned with buyer expectations.
- Protect sensitive data and maintain strict confidentiality throughout the process.
Project Management
- Lead the design and rollout of new operational processes and systems.
- Oversee planning, tracking, and execution of medium‑complexity finance initiatives.
- Drive clarity, accountability, and communication across workstreams.
- Communicate effectively with executive leadership and cross‑functional teams.
- Provide structure and calm in high‑pressure or ambiguous situations.
- Lead with empathy and professionalism, ensuring collaboration and alignment across teams.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required.
- MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Experience:
- 8+ years of experience in finance with exposure to M&A and divestitures.
- Strong operational finance background across Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, Reimbursement, AP, and Payroll.
- Proven ability to manage cross‑functional projects and work with external stakeholders.
- 5+ years prior experience in the healthcare industry required.
Skills:
- Deep understanding of financial statements and operational finance processes.
- Strong project management and facilitation capabilities.
- High emotional intelligence and ability to lead through influence.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and SharePoint.