Director, Strategic Finance

Posted: Saturday, 03 January 2026
Valid Thru: Monday, 02 February 2026
Index Requested on: 01/03/2026 13:58:22
Indexed on: 01/03/2026 13:58:22

Location: Winston Salem, NC, 27101, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

The Cook & Boardman Group is hiring!

Description:

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.

Essential Functions
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications
• 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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• 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.Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly communicate verbally and in writing, and must be able to see and hear in a typical office setting. The role frequently involves sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.

Work Environment
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. It routinely involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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