Director, Finance

MLGW•Memphis, TN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Finance provides strategic leadership and oversight of the organization’s financial operations, ensuring integrity, accuracy, and compliance with all accounting and reporting functions. This position leads the maintenance of the general ledger and oversees Payroll; Payments and Banking; General Accounting; Budget, Grants, and Financial Planning; Rates and Analytics; Pension and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Treasury Management. This role ensures strong internal controls, effective resource management, and alignment of financial strategies with organizational objectives.

Requirements

A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field is required.
Minimum of seven (7) years of professional related experience in Finance or related roles within the utility sector including four (4) years of management experience.
Experience in interpreting strategy and policy to set and deliver objectives within medium to long time.
Must successfully complete NIMS Training within one year of entering job.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and present annual business plans aligned with organizational strategy, including revenue targets, KPIs, budget and headcount recommendations, and project timelines integrated across departments.
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all financial reporting functions, managing core financial management and control processes.
Direct rate and revenue management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial resource allocation to ensure fiscal sustainability and operational efficiency.
Oversee budget development, grant monitoring, and comprehensive financial reporting to ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability.
Lead the development, implementation, and governance of financial systems, ensuring compliance with group accounting standards, statutory requirements, GAAP, and internal controls.
Establish and maintain financial policies, procedures, and protocols to promote regulatory compliance and sound financial practices.
Deliver authoritative financial and technical recommendations to senior leadership, influencing short- and long-term business decisions and strategic initiatives.
Ensure departmental compliance with external regulations, voluntary codes, and internal policies to mitigate risk and protect organizational integrity.
Assess departmental capabilities, identify skill gaps, and implement formal development frameworks to strengthen performance and succession planning.
Coach and mentor staff to enhance leadership capacity and support talent development.
Set clear performance objectives, monitor results, hold team members accountable, and implement corrective actions to achieve annual business goals.
Perform other duties as directed.