Director, Strategic Finance

The Cook & Boardman Recruiting Team • Winston-Salem, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Join The Cook & Boardman Group, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services. At The Cook & Boardman Group, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here. We are seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Strategic Finance Director to oversee financial strategy and planning, focusing on analysis, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and driving financial performance while aligning with overall corporate goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive financial experience
• Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and financial reporting skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proactive mindset with a strong focus on details and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regional and corporate leaders to support business growth and operational efficiency.
• Identify and monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and provide insights to regional directors and executive leadership to support strategic decisions and drive financial performance.
• Develop data-driven financial plans, budgets, and forecasts at the branch, district, and regional level, aligning with corporate objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks within the regions.
• Lead, train, and manage financial acumen at the regional level, fostering a high-performing team.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure successful ability to influence non-financial resources for execution of operational initiatives to drive financial performance.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement best practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor strategies, and market opportunities to guide financial assumptions and decision-making.
• Other relative duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Career Growth: You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees