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Shapiro+Raj

Shapiro+Raj is the largest certified minority business enterprise insights and inspiration company in North America. Our mission is to help Fortune 500 clients find new and different ways to grow their brands in today's continually reshaping landscape. We have integrated behavioral science principles with battle-tested brand marketing experience to creatively connect the dots between what consumers think, feel, say, and do. The results are powerful insights that identify new pathways for growth. With offices in the heart of Chicago and New York, we are evolving to become one of the most desired market research consultancies in the world. Shapiro+Raj is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.

## Fractional Finance Partner

**Overview**

This is a short-term, fractional opportunity. The anticipated workload is approximately 20 hours per week, this role will oversee day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, and recurring financial reporting to ensure continuity of finance operations while partnering closely with internal stakeholders.

**Responsibilities**

Core responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to the below:

### Role & Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day Accounts Payable process, including invoice review, coding, payment processing, and vendor communications.

• Manage Accounts Receivable activities, including client invoicing, collections, payment application, and aging follow-up.

• Prepare recurring financial reports, dashboards, and operational metrics for leadership.

• Assist with monthly financial close activities, including account reconciliations and supporting schedules.

• Monitor cash flow and provide visibility into upcoming payables, receivables, and working capital.

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions are processed in accordance with company policies.

• Partner with leadership to identify process improvements and strengthen financial operations.

• Support ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and operational initiatives as business needs arise.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve billing, payment, and reporting questions in a timely manner.

• Work approximately 20 hours per week, with an expectation of being on-site two days per week to support collaboration and business operations.

**Education and/or Experience**

- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university equivalent plus.

- Mid-level position with 5+ years of relevant industry experience and/or training.

Head of People | Innovative HR & Talent Leader | MBA from NYU Stern

Jaspal Singh

Head of People

Fractional Finance Partner

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Chief Financial Officer

Financial Reporting

Financial Close

Shapiro+Raj is the sixth-largest independent insights and inspiration company in North America. Our mission is to help Fortune 500 clients find new and different ways to grow their brands in today's continually reshaping landscape. We have integrated behavioral science principles with behavioral economic capabilities and battle-tested brand marketing experience to creatively connect the dots between what consumers think, feel, say and do. The results are powerful commercially viable insights that open up new pathways for growth. Headquartered in Chicago, the firm has offices in New York, Dallas, and Pune, India.

Next-Gen Research. Market-Ready Insights.

**Overview**

Shapiro+Raj is the largest certified minority business enterprise insights and inspiration company in North America. Our mission is to help Fortune 500 clients find new and different ways to grow their brands in today's continually reshaping landscape. We have integrated behavioral science principles with battle-tested brand marketing experience to creatively connect the dots between what consumers think, feel, say, and do. The results are powerful insights that identify new pathways for growth. With offices in the heart of Chicago and New York, we are evolving to become one of the most desired market research consultancies in the world.

With Headquarter in the heart of Chicago, we are evolving to become one of the most desired market research consultancies in the world. This is a short-term, fractional opportunity. The anticipated workload is approximately 20 hours per week, this role will oversee day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, and recurring financial reporting to ensure continuity of finance operations while partnering closely with internal stakeholders.

**Responsibilities**

Core responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to the below:

### **Role & Responsibilities**

- Manage the day-to-day Accounts Payable process, including invoice review, coding, payment processing, and vendor communications.
- Manage Accounts Receivable activities, including client invoicing, collections, payment application, and aging follow-up.
- Prepare recurring financial reports, dashboards, and operational metrics for leadership.
- Assist with monthly financial close activities, including account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Monitor cash flow and provide visibility into upcoming payables, receivables, and working capital.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions are processed in accordance with company policies.
- Partner with leadership to identify process improvements and strengthen financial operations.
- Support ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and operational initiatives as business needs arise.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve billing, payment, and reporting questions in a timely manner.
- Work approximately 20 hours per week, with an expectation of being on-site two days per week to support collaboration and business operations.

**Education and/or Experience**

- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university equivalent plus.

Mid-level position with 5+ years of relevant industry experience and/or training.

**Shapiro+Raj is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

Shapiro+Raj does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Shapiro+Raj is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. If you are interested in this opportunity but do not meet 100% of the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply!

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This is a short-term, fractional opportunity overseeing finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable, with approximately 20 hours per week required.

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