Finance Operations Manager
Lemon Talent · Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Tailor my CV for this job — freeFinance Operations Manager | High growth AI business - Hybrid (up to once per month in office if preferred)We're partnering with a high-growth, capital-intensive business undergoing significant expansion across North America. Operating at the forefront of the AI revolution, there has never been a more exciting time to join.With substantial investment planned over the coming years, the company is looking to appoint a Finance Operations Manager to play a key role in building and scaling its US finance capability.This is a highly visible position offering regular exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape processes, controls, and finance operations in a rapidly growing environment. You'll be joining a listed company that has quadrupled in size over the past two years and continues to invest heavily in its future growth.The RoleThis position sits at the intersection of finance operations and accounts payable, with responsibility for ensuring strong controls, effective cash management, and scalable processes.Key responsibilities include:Managing and developing a growing Accounts Payable team across multiple locationsOwning cash management and forecasting, including oversight of banking relationshipsDriving improvements in payment processes, controls, and operational efficiencyOverseeing high-volume invoice processing and reducing outstanding and unreconciled itemsSupporting month-end activities and partnering closely with the broader accounting teamImplementing and maintaining strong internal control frameworks, including SOX-related processesContributing to finance systems and process improvement initiatives as the business continues to scaleAbout YouWe're looking for a hands-on, proactive finance professional who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments.You'll likely bring:8–10 years' experience across finance operations, accounting, treasury, or a related disciplineExperience within a capital-intensive or project-based environment such as infrastructure, energy, construction, industrials, or similar sectorsStrong exposure to cash management, banking relationships, and treasury activitiesExperience leading, mentoring, or developing teams within accounts payable or transactional financeA continuous improvement mindset with a track record of driving process enhancementsThe ability to operate autonomously and build structure within a growing businessWhy Apply?Join a business experiencing significant growth and investment across North AmericaPlay a key role in supporting large-scale expansion and funding initiativesGain exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-makingBuild and improve processes rather than simply maintaining the status quoClear opportunities for progression as the business continues to scale