Finance Leader

Role and Responsibilities

Burton Oil is seeking a Fractional Finance Leader that will partner directly with ownership and the Controller to provide stability, clarity, and strategic financial oversight during a period of transition and growth. This role bridges executive-level financial leadership with hands-on accounting guidance — ensuring accurate financial reporting, disciplined cost control, and data-driven decision-making to support the company’s long-term goals. This position is remote with the ability to travel to Tyler, TX.

10–15 hours per week (flexible based on business needs) Contract / Interim – 6 to 9 months

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Initial 90-Day Deliverables

• Reconcile YTD financials to budget and prior year.
• Establish standardized variance and performance reporting.
• Present 2026 budget framework with departmental accountability metrics.
• Recommend cost-control and cash flow management measures aligned with company growth goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership: Partner with the Controller to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant reporting, reconciliations, and close processes.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the development of the 2026 strategic budget and multi-year financial plan, integrating departmental inputs and operational priorities.
• Quarterly Financial Reconciliation: Reconcile actuals to budget, analyze key variances, and provide clear insights and recommendations for ownership.
• Cost Control & Analysis: Establish cost management systems to monitor margins, overhead, and operational efficiency.
• Decision Support: Deliver forward-looking financial analysis, scenario planning, and modeling to guide strategic decisions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Accounting, Operations, and Leadership to align financial goals with company performance and accountability.
• Reporting & Compliance: Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal controls; prepare concise, high-level reporting for ownership and lenders as needed.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting leadership (Controller, Director of Finance, or CFO-level).
• Demonstrated success supporting small- to mid-sized companies through financial planning, analysis, and performance improvement.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with a focus on clarity and decision support.
• Experience in oilfield services, construction, or industrial services preferred.

CPA, CMA, or MBA strongly preferred.

How to Apply

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