Strategic Finance Director - GAAP, Budget & Forecasting

Public Power; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MLGW in Memphis, USA seeks a Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership over accounting, reporting and financial governance. You will oversee general ledger, payroll, budgeting, grants, treasury, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting (Master's preferred), 7+ years in finance with 4+ in management, and experience in the utility sector. Office-based role with strong leadership expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Seven years of professional finance experience.
• Four years of management experience.
• Experience in the utility sector desired.
• Ability to develop and oversee budgets, forecasting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present annual business plans aligned with organizational strategy, including revenue targets, KPIs, budget and headcount.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for financial reporting and control processes.
• Direct rate and revenue management, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal sustainability.
• Oversee budget development, grant monitoring, and comprehensive financial reporting.
• Lead development and governance of financial systems ensuring GAAP compliance and internal controls.
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures.
• Deliver authoritative financial recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with external regulations and internal policies; mitigate risk and promote integrity.
• Coach and mentor staff to strengthen leadership and succession planning.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial governance

Internal controls

GAAP compliance

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Job description

MLGW in Memphis, USA seeks a Director of Finance to provide strategic leadership over accounting, reporting and financial governance. You will oversee general ledger, payroll, budgeting, grants, treasury, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting (Master's preferred), 7+ years in finance with 4+ in management, and experience in the utility sector. Office-based role with strong leadership expectations.