Director Finance Services

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Job Summary Location:

Carrollton, GA or Atlanta Battery office The Director of Finance is the strategic financial leader for the organization, responsible for driving financialperformance, overseeing FP&A activities, managing financial reporting, and supporting manufacturingoperations. This role ensures timely and accurate financial statements, leads the budgeting and forecastingprocesses, and partners closely with operations, supply chain, and commercial leadership to provide deepfinancial insights that enable informed decision‑making.

The Director of Finance plays a critical role in business partnering, analyzing business trends, modelingfuture scenarios, optimizing manufacturing costs, and guiding capital allocation to support the company'slong‑term growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities Leads and manages a team of finance professionals, ensuring that the team adheres to company policies,financial procedures, and business objectives. Coordinates efforts across multiple finance units to ensureoptimal performance and achieve departmental goals.

• Develops and implements the finance department's strategic plans and priorities, aligning them withbroader business objectives. Adjusts departmental strategies as needed to address operational challenges,resource constraints, and business growth opportunities.
• Designs and oversees financial systems, programs, and processes to ensure efficiency, consistency, andscalability. Develops and monitors key performance metrics to track financial performance and assess theeffectiveness of implemented programs.
• Manages and optimizes the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring that financial resources areallocated efficiently across departments and projects. Works closely with other department heads to alignfinancial goals with operational needs and resource availability.
• Ensures compliance with financial regulations, policies, and procedures while maintaining accuratefinancial records. Coordinates audits, reviews financial statements, and implements necessary controls toensure integrity and transparency in financial reporting.
• Collaborates with senior leadership and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors) to influence businessstrategies and ensure financial decisions align with company objectives. Advises on financial risks,opportunities, and trends, offering insights that drive business growth and profitability.
• Conducts regular financial assessments and reports, providing updates on the company's financial position,potential risks, and opportunities. Defines strategies to improve financial performance, reduce costs, andenhance profitability across the organization.
• Supports the professional development of the finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster ahigh-performance culture. Reviews performance, sets goals, and ensures that team members receive thenecessary training and support to succeed in their roles.
• Ensures the alignment of financial objectives with organizational goals, and drives the execution offinancial strategies. Leads efforts to streamline processes, enhance financial systems, and create efficienciesacross the finance department.
• Serve as the primary business partner to the General Manager, VP or business unit leader.

Develop a strongrapport with key internal stakeholders in order to influence decision making that is aligned with the financialstrategy and goals of the business. Articulate financial information for easy interpretation of non-finance teammembers to ensure alignment on financial position, opportunities, and actions necessary to achieve goals.

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential incontributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience Minimum Education Level:

Bachelor's DegreeSpecialized Degree:

Finance and/or

AccountingYears of Experience:

8-11

YearsField of Expertise:

Finance and Accounting. 

Preferred Education & Experience Minimum Education Level:

Master's degree

Specialized Degree:

Business Administration, Finance, and/or

AccountingLicenses/Certificates:

CPA, CMA, CGMAYears of Experience:

12-14

YearsField of Expertise:

Finance, Accounting, and/or Project Accounting is a plus. A combination of education and experience may be considered for certain roles.

Spans of Control Does this role

Manage Southwire Team Members:

YesNumber of Direct Reports:

2-5Travel Domestic less than 20%Physical Requirements Moving 5% Standing 5% Sitting 90%Working Conditions OfficeEquipment Computer

KeyboardCompetencies Drives ResultsBusiness InsightsValues DifferencesManages ComplexityCommunicates EffectivelyManages AmbiguitySkills Benefits We Offer:

401k with Matching Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Long & Short-Term Disability Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Programs Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities Parental Leave & More Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.