Job Title: Finance Director Location: Louisville, KY Salary Range: $90,000 – $130,000+ (depending on experience; higher for the right candidate)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Finance Director with strong cost-based accounting experience to focus on internal costs, improve financial processes, and drive profitability. This individual will oversee cost accounting functions, lead financial strategy, and partner across departments to provide accurate analysis that supports informed decision-making and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead financial strategy, budgeting, and forecasting initiatives

Manage cost accounting processes, including standard costs, manufacturing costs, and variances

Oversee month-end reporting, P&L statements, and financial statement reviews

Provide detailed cost analysis to support management decisions and profitability improvement

Develop and enforce financial guidelines, policies, and procedures

Support cross-functional teams in operations, purchasing, and supply chain to ensure cost accuracy

Identify and implement process improvements in accounting and internal controls

Manage external audits and ensure GAAP compliance

Partner with executive leadership to communicate financial insights and opportunities

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)

Minimum 5 years of cost accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles

Proficiency in financial reporting and accounting software

Strategic thinker with hands-on ability to analyze details and deliver measurable results

Exceptional communication and collaboration skills across all levels of the organization

What the Role Offers

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package (including 401(k) with match)

Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and long-term financial strategy

Collaborative, inclusive work environment with exposure to cross-functional operations

Career growth potential within a growing organization