Finance Director

Robert Half is looking for an experienced Finance Director to lead and oversee financial operations for our organization in Maryville, Tennessee. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while ensuring compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in process improvement, auditing, and system implementation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and management of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

• Oversee financial forecasting processes to provide accurate projections and recommendations.

• Conduct cost analysis and variance analysis to identify trends and inform decision-making.

• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards.

• Manage auditing processes, including audit preparation and compliance with workers' compensation requirements.

• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance financial operations and reporting efficiency.

• Support mergers and acquisitions activities through financial due diligence and integration planning.

• Oversee system implementation projects to streamline financial workflows and reporting.

• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial performance.

• Provide leadership and guidance during onboarding processes for new team members or systems.

Candidates must live in the Knoxville area. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation.
• Solid understanding of cost analysis, variance analysis, and KPI reporting.
• Experience with auditing, audit preparation, and workers' compensation compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement and system implementation initiatives.
• Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions (M& A) activities, including financial integration.
• Proficiency in SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on operational efficiency.

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