Baker Tilly US · 1 day ago
Managing Director - Managed Services for Growth SaaS and Life Sciences
Tewksbury, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$182K/yr - $345K/yr
12+ years expBaker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm that helps high-growth companies scale with confidence. The Managing Director will lead and grow the Managed Services practice, overseeing client engagements, developing market strategies, and delivering operational precision for Growth SaaS and Life Sciences clients.
Accounting
Responsibilities
Lead and expand the Growth SaaS and Life Sciences vertical within Managed Services — spanning finance, accounting, HR, payroll, and operational analytics
Develop and execute growth strategies aligned with the needs of venture-backed and high-growth companies, partnering with founders, CFOs, and investors
Advise clients on scaling finance operations, implementing ERP and HCM systems, optimizing cash flow, and navigating regulatory or audit readiness
Collaborate across Baker Tilly’s platform — including Advisory, Digital, and Transaction Services — to deliver integrated solutions for clients’ growth journeys
Ensure operational excellence through rigorous financial controls, timely reporting, and automation-enabled processes
Champion innovation by embedding AI-native tools, predictive analytics, and workflow automation into client solutions
Recruit and develop high-performing teams, including finance leaders, controllers, and HR professionals, with a focus on industry specialization and client service
Represent Baker Tilly in the SaaS and Life Sciences ecosystem — building strategic alliances with venture funds, accelerators, and technology providers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
12+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or managed services, including leadership roles serving SaaS, Biotech, or Life Sciences clients
Deep understanding of SaaS metrics (ARR, CAC, churn, LTV/CAC, cash runway) and Life Sciences financial operations (R&D capitalization, clinical trial accounting, grant funding)
Proven track record of business development and client relationship management with venture-backed or private equity–sponsored companies
Familiarity with cloud ERP and HCM platforms (NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Workday, Rippling, or similar)
Strong people leadership skills — recruiting, mentoring, and developing cross-functional teams
Excellent communication, executive presence, and ability to influence across client and internal leadership levels
Willingness to travel as needed to support client and firm growth initiatives
Preferred
CPA, MBA, or equivalent strongly preferred
Company
Baker Tilly US
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S.
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Brett Bowles, CPA
Senior Consultant - Transaction and CFO Advisory
Caleb Tollefson
CFO Advisory Manager
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