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Baker Tilly · 2 months ago

Managing Director - Managed Services for Growth SaaS and Life Sciences

USA TX Austin

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage. They are seeking a Managing Director to lead and grow their Managed Services practice serving Growth SaaS and Life Sciences clients, focusing on scaling finance operations and delivering integrated solutions.

AccountingConsulting

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

SaaS metricsLife Sciences financial operationsCloud ERP platformsBusiness developmentPeople leadershipOperational disciplineCommunication skillsStrategic insight

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, MBA, or equivalent strongly preferred)

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

Company

Baker Tilly

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At Baker Tilly, we care about you and the impact you make. That’s why we’re fully committed to your journey, wherever your ambitions take you.

Founded in 1987

London, England, GBR

10001+ employees

https://www.bakertilly.global/

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