Director of Finance

Wegner CPAs; Alabama; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegner CPAs is partnering to find a Director of Finance for their Madison office. The successful candidate will oversee all finance functions while providing strategic insights and leadership.

With over 10 years in finance, preferably within a law firm, the candidate must possess strong analytical skills, leadership experience, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. This role offers an opportunity to shape the firm's financial strategy and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of finance and accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all finance and accounting operations for the firm.
• Analyze financial performance and provide monthly reporting and insights.
• Prepare, review, and approve monthly financial statements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

Wegner CPAs is proud to partner with our client in Madison, WI on their search for a Director of Finance.

Our ideal candidate will have experience working at a law firm. Experience at a professional services firm would also be acceptable.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to join our Madison office. This leadership role is responsible for guiding the firm's financial operations, driving process improvements, and helping shape the long‑term financial strategy of the organization.

As Director of Finance, you will oversee all finance and accounting functions for the firm while serving as a trusted advisor to the Managing Partner and Board of Directors. The ideal candidate brings strong financial expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to think strategically while remaining hands‑on in day‑to‑day operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee all finance and accounting operations for the firm
• Analyze financial performance and provide monthly reporting and insights to firm leadership
• Prepare, review, and approve monthly financial statements
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Create and manage annual operating and capital budgets, including monthly budget‑to‑actual analysis
• Partner with external CPA firms on tax‑related matters and financial guidance
• Support long‑range strategic planning, forecasting, and operational initiatives
• Drive process improvements and identify opportunities for greater efficiency and effectiveness

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of finance and accounting experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with attorneys, staff, clients, and business partners
• High level of professionalism, discretion, diplomacy, and attention to detail