Finance Director – North America (Knoxville, TN)

Kanadevia Inova • Knoxville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kanadevia Inova is a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, dedicated to creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation. The company specializes in waste-to-X technology, transforming waste into valuable resources like energy, heat, hydrogen, and fertilizer. They are seeking a Finance Director for their North America entity, based in Knoxville, TN. This role involves full financial leadership and statutory responsibility for the legal entity, offering strategic influence and hands-on operational oversight within a global organization. The Finance Director will lead all financial activities and act as the legal representative, ensuring strong governance, compliance, and alignment with global standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role (Finance Manager, Finance Director, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. financial, regulatory, and legal entity requirements.
• Experience with IFRS reporting within an international organisation.
• Background in financial control, budgeting, forecasting, and audit/compliance.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as statutory legal representative of the NAM entity, ensuring full compliance with governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Lead all financial management activities, including reporting, controls, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow oversight.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting and performance insights, supporting both local and global stakeholders.
• Drive strong internal controls, risk management, and compliance across finance and operational activities.
• Partner with global business units and leadership teams to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with Articles of Association, Delegation of Authority, and applicable U.S. legal requirements.
• Support Board governance, including participation in meetings, preparation of materials, and execution of resolutions.
• Maintain statutory records, corporate documentation, and authorised signatory frameworks.
• Oversee corporate filings and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Promote strong governance standards aligned with Kanadevia Inova Group policies.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.
• Support IFRS reporting and group consolidation, including reconciliation with U.S. GAAP where required.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing analysis and actionable insights.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Collaborate with global finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Coordinate external audits and manage auditor relationships.
• Maintain robust internal control frameworks and ensure policy compliance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Ensure compliance with tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability across the organisation.
• Support corporate tax compliance and reporting activities.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships.
• Oversee treasury activities, including foreign exchange and financial risk mitigation.
• Ensure appropriate insurance coverage aligned with group standards.
• Monitor financial exposures and support risk management strategies.
• Lead and develop finance and administrative functions.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
• Align local operations with global strategy and objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Build strong relationships across functions and international teams.
• Support ERP implementation and system enhancements.
• Align local systems with global reporting and compliance standards.
• Improve data accuracy, reporting quality, and financial visibility.
• Drive automation and process optimisation initiatives.
• Partner with IT and global teams to support digital transformation.

Benefits

• Unique dual role combining financial leadership and legal entity governance.
• Opportunity to act as statutory representative of our North America entity.
• Exposure to global finance structures and international stakeholders.
• Involvement in strategic and operational decision-making.
• Be part of a collaborative, forward-looking, and growing organisation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director