Director of Business Operations

Avint

. Own and continuously mature Avint’s business operations model .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeHerndon • Virginia • United StatesLead💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business operations management, financial oversight, and human resources leadership, with a strong focus on compliance, process improvement, and team development. Proven ability to translate executive priorities into actionable strategies while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.

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Business Operations ManagementFinancial Operations LeadershipHuman Resources ManagementGovernment Contracting ExperienceProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

BudgetingForecastingProject Cost AccountingAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableContract AdministrationVendor ManagementCMMIISOData Interpretation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationCoachingCollaborationJudgment

Tools & Technologies

Executive DashboardsCorporate Tools and Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPSHRM-CPSHRM-SCPCPACMACPCM

Industry Keywords

Compliance TrainingEmployee Lifecycle ProcessesPerformance ManagementRisk TrackingOperational Risk

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and continuously mature Avint’s business operations model
Translate executive priorities into processes, decision rights, controls, owners, timelines, and measurable outcomes
Lead financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow visibility, project cost accounting, overhead cost management, accounts payable and receivable oversight, payroll coordination, banking support, and management reporting
Establish monthly and annual financial operating rhythms; identify variances, risks, and trends and present recommendations to Executive Leadership
Lead human resources and people operations, including benefits and compensation administration, policies, employee lifecycle processes, performance management, compliance training, Career Manager support, and difficult employee matters
Oversee recruiting operations and workforce planning
Lead corporate contracting and procurement, including contract and subcontract administration, vendor management, purchasing, pricing and proposal support, redlines, negotiations, GSA/OASIS+ administration, and contractual records
Own quality and compliance programs, including CMMI and ISO activities, internal controls, audits, quality reviews, metrics, corrective actions, risk tracking, records retention, and process improvement
Oversee administrative operations, facilities, insurance, registrations, corporate tools and systems, and vendor relationships
Lead cross-functional initiatives spanning Business Operations, Delivery, Growth, Innovation, Security, and Executive Leadership
Develop executive dashboards and operating metrics covering financial health, workforce, recruiting, contracts, compliance, operational risk, and corporate initiatives
Serve as Career Manager and people leader for Business Operations staff; coach, develop, and hold the team accountable
Represent Avint with employees, clients, partners, vendors, auditors, and prospective customers; support proposals, presentations, conferences, and growth activities
Model Avint’s core values and strengthen a culture of ownership, responsiveness, collaboration, discretion, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, human resources, operations, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred
10+ years of progressively responsible experience across business operations or related corporate functions
Demonstrated leadership across multiple functional areas
Government contracting experience strongly preferred
Mastery of multiple operational disciplines and ability to quickly learn new responsibility areas
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams through complex work with minimal executive direction
Strong financial and business acumen
Experience interpreting operating data, identifying risk, developing recommendations, and supporting executive decision-making
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Experience facilitating complex working sessions and presenting recommendations, business cases, and operational results
Experience developing people, setting performance expectations, building repeatable processes, and improving organizational maturity
High integrity, judgment, discretion, accountability, and attention to detail
Comfort owning sensitive financial, contractual, personnel, and corporate information
Relevant professional certification(s) expected; PMP, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, CPA/CMA, CPCM, or comparable credentials valued
Demonstrated commitment to Avint’s core values and ability to serve as a brand ambassador and contributor to business growth

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full health insurance
Generous time off
Federal holidays observed
Reimbursement for courses, exams, and tuition
Professional development investment for classes, conferences, programs, or degrees
Competitive salaries