Director of Finance and Accounting

Wrench Group

Charlotte (NC)

On-site

USD 160,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability

FSA

EAP

Identity Theft Protection

Professional development

Leadership programs

Career growth

Job summary

The Wrench Group in Charlotte, NC seeks a Director of Finance & Accounting to guide the organization’s financial health, strategy, and controls.

You will lead accounting operations, FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, partnering with executives to drive profitability and scalable processes across multi-location operations.

Ideal candidate has CPA, 10+ years in finance leadership, ERP experience, and a proven ability to influence senior leadership with data-driven insights.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
CPA strongly preferred; MBA is a plus.
10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience.
Experience leading finance for a multi-location, service-based, distribution, manufacturing, or PE-backed organization.
Strong background in accounting operations and financial planning & analysis.
Demonstrated experience partnering with executive leadership to influence business strategy and operational performance.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary financial advisor to the Location President and senior leadership team.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and performance management processes.
Develop and maintain financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases.
Monitor revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, EBITDA, cash flow, and ROI.
Develop executive dashboards, management reporting, and performance scorecards.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA strongly preferred

MBA a plus

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

Director of Finance & Accounting
The Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for the overall financial health, integrity, and strategic direction of the organization. Reporting to executive leadership, this role provides financial leadership across all aspects of the business, including accounting operations, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, compliance, cash management, and financial reporting. As a key business partner, the Director of Finance & Accounting works closely with executive and operational leaders to provide timely financial insights, identify opportunities to improve profitability, and support strategic decision-making. This leader will drive financial discipline while building scalable processes that support the company's continued growth.
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable leading accounting operations and partnering with business leaders to improve operational performance through data-driven financial analysis.

What's In It For Me?

Market-competitive compensation $175,000 plus bonus
Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
Unlimited PTO with manager partnership
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
401(k) with company match (30% of the first 6% contributed)
Company-paid Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Legal Services & Identity Theft Protection
Continuous professional development opportunities
Leadership development through Wrench University
Collaborative, high-performing culture with opportunities for career growth

What Will I Do?

Strategic Financial Leadership

Serve as the primary financial advisor to the Location President and senior leadership team.
Provide objective, data-driven recommendations supporting strategic planning, growth initiatives, capital investments, and operational decisions.
Evaluate business risks, opportunities, and performance trends, and recommend actions required to achieve financial and operational objectives.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the business model, customers, market dynamics, and key operational drivers.
Promote a culture of financial accountability, performance management, and disciplined decision-making.

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead annual budgeting, periodic forecasting, long-range planning, and performance management processes.
Develop and maintain financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases supporting strategic investments and operational initiatives.
Monitor and analyze key financial metrics, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, EBITDA, cash flow, and return on investment.
Provide meaningful variance analysis and forecasting insights that clearly articulate performance drivers, business implications, and recommended actions.
Enhance forecasting accuracy through trend analysis, key performance indicators, and leading business metrics.

Business Performance & Decision Support

Partner with leaders across Operations, Sales, Service, Installation, Marketing, and Human Resources to improve business performance.
Align operational metrics with financial outcomes and provide visibility into the economic impact of business decisions.
Identify opportunities to improve revenue growth, profitability, labor productivity, pricing effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
Develop executive dashboards, management reporting, and performance scorecards that support organizational objectives.
Facilitate business reviews and deliver clear, concise analyses that support timely and informed decision-making.

Financial Stewardship & Organizational Effectiveness

Collaborate with centralized finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and effective business support.
Continuously strengthen financial planning, reporting, analytical tools, and decision-support capabilities.
Serve as a trusted and objective member of the leadership team, providing an independent financial perspective while maintaining alignment with organizational goals.
Support the continued development of financial acumen across the leadership organization.

Do I Have What It Takes?

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field required.
CPA strongly preferred; MBA is a plus.
10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience.
Experience leading finance for a multi-location, service-based, distribution, manufacturing, or private equity-backed organization.
Strong background in both accounting operations and financial planning & analysis.
Demonstrated experience partnering with executive leadership to influence business strategy and operational performance.
Deep understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives.
Exceptional analytical, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.

Preferred Experience