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Job description
UG2 is a national leader in facility management services, delivering customized, high-quality solutions to clients across diverse industries. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, UG2 supports facilities nationwide through a people-first, service-driven approach.
Position Summary
Vice President of Finance & Shared Services is a dynamic and strategic role to support and partner with operations across the Central, Midwest, Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast regions. This role will serve as a key financial leader, driving performance, supporting growth, and ensuring financial discipline across a geographically dispersed, labor-intensive services business.
The ideal candidate brings deep financial expertise along with experience in facility management services, janitorial, security, staffing, or other labor-driven service industries.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
Partner with regional and operational leaders to drive financial performance, profitability, and growth initiatives
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) across multiple regions
Ensure alignment between financial planning, accounting results, and overall company performance
Corporate Accounting & Controller Oversight
Lead and develop the Corporate Controller and accounting organization (direct report)
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Ensure preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements and related reporting
Oversee technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, accruals, and policy development
Maintain and enhance internal controls environment (including audit readiness)
Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and manage audit process end-to-end
Drive improvements in close efficiency, standardization, and automation
Operational Finance & Business Partnership
Act as a trusted advisor to regional leadership teams across Central, Midwest, Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast markets
Develop and monitor KPIs related to labor efficiency, margin performance, and contract profitability
Financial Planning & Analysis
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
Analyze variances and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting and analytics
Labor & Cost Management
Manage and optimize labor cost structures, including wage, overtime, and staffing models
Ensure alignment between operational performance and financial outcomes
Partner with HR and operations on workforce planning and productivity initiatives
Process Excellence & Automation
Drive continuous improvement across finance operations, with a focus on high-volume, repeatable processes
Identify opportunities for automation in time capture, payroll, billing, AP, and financial close activities
Reduce manual work, cycle times, and error rates while improving service reliability to both our internal and external customers
Compliance, Controls & Risk Management
Ensure strong internal controls across all financial processes, including payroll, billing, accounts payable and financial reporting
Maintain compliance with multi-state regulations, labor laws, union agreements, and client audit requirements
Support internal and external audits related to finance operations
Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing regional finance team
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience
Prior experience in facility management, janitorial, security, staffing, or other labor-intensive service industries strongly preferred
Proven ability to partner with operations in a multi-site, geographically distributed environment
Strong expertise in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
Deep understanding of labor cost drivers and contract-based business models
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
Key Competencies
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves leadership style
Data-driven decision maker
Ability to influence and collaborate across functions and regions
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Why Join UG2?
Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing national organization
High visibility with executive leadership
Ability to directly impact operational and financial performance
Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on excellence and innovation
About UG2
Founded in 2012, UG2 is privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. At UG2, we set the standard in facility services through our relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. We take pride in exceeding client expectations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Every team member is integral to shaping our strategy and driving our mission. By embodying our commitment to service excellence, they directly contribute to UG2's growth and our reputation for delivering unparalleled results in a client-focused industry.
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Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
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