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Director of Finance

Grote Enterprises, LLC
Cincinnati, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2027
Position Summary

Legacy Mechanical Group is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to play a key leadership role in the evolution of our finance and accounting organization. This is a senior, hands-on role designed to work collaboratively with the Senior Controller and closely alongside the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to manage day-to-day and monthly financial responsibilities while helping build a more intentional, forward-looking finance function.

The Director of Finance will be a trusted partner to accounting leadership and operational teams, providing technical expertise, process leadership, and financial insight. This role is ideal for a seasoned finance professional who enjoys balancing execution with improvement, and who is motivated by building strong teams, systems, and processes in a growing organization.

Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial & Accounting Leadership
  • Support oversight of accounting operations across multiple entities, including monthly close, general ledger, and financial reporting.
  • Review and analyze monthly financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and clarity prior to executive review.
  • Ensure consistent application of accounting policies, internal controls, and best practices.
  • Serve as a technical accounting resource on complex issues, estimates, and judgment areas.
Partnership with Senior Controller
  • Work collaboratively with the Senior Controller to manage workloads, prioritize activities, and reduce bottlenecks.
  •  Provide technical guidance and support to ensure timely and accurate execution of accounting responsibilities.
  • Assist in developing structure, clarity, and scalability within the accounting team.
  • Promote cross-training, documentation, and redundancy to reduce key-person dependency.
FP&A, Reporting & Business Insight
  • Help develop and formalize financial planning and analysis (FP&A) capabilities.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes.
  • Develop meaningful management reporting, dashboards, and variance analysis.
  • Translate financial data into insights that support operational and leadership decision-making.
Cash Flow & Working Capital Support
  • Monitor cash flow, accounts receivable, accounts payable, retainage, and working capital trends.
  • Support billing discipline and collection efforts in partnership with operations.
  • Assist with lender, bonding, and audit-related reporting and analysis.
ESOP Support & Employee Ownership
  • Support ESOP administration processes in coordination with the CFO, trustee, valuation firm, and third-party partners.
  • Prepare and maintain annual financial and reporting support for the ESOP valuation process, including data requests, schedules, and analyses.
  • Assist with repurchase obligation forecasting and liquidity planning related to employee ownership.
  • Ensure appropriate documentation and controls for ESOP-related reporting and audit support.
Systems, Process & Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, controls, and workflows.
  • Partner with internal and external resources to enhance ERP systems, reporting tools, and data integrity.
  • Reduce manual effort through standardization, automation, and improved system utilization.
Leadership & Team Development
  • Coach and mentor accounting and finance team members.
  • Help define clear roles, expectations, and performance standards.
  • Contribute to a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Act as a visible, approachable finance leader across the organization.
Qualifications & Experience
  •  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA and/or MBA preferred.
  • 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance roles, including leadership responsibility.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting in a project-based or construction environment.
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to improve processes, implement systems, and develop teams.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across finance, operations, and executive leadership.
Why Join Legacy Mechanical Group
  • Opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping and strengthening the finance function of a growing organization.
  • High level of visibility and collaboration with senior leadership.
  • A culture that values trust, development, and long-term thinking.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience and impact.

 

Legacy Mechanical Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, integrity, and professionalism, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people can do their best work.

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