Description Robert Half is looking for an experienced Finance Director to lead and oversee financial operations for our organization in Maryville, Tennessee. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while ensuring compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in process improvement, auditing, and system implementation. Responsibilities: • Lead the development and management of annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. • Oversee financial forecasting processes to provide accurate projections and recommendations. • Conduct cost analysis and variance analysis to identify trends and inform decision-making. • Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards. • Manage auditing processes, including audit preparation and compliance with workers' compensation requirements. • Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance financial operations and reporting efficiency. • Support mergers and acquisitions activities through financial due diligence and integration planning. • Oversee system implementation projects to streamline financial workflows and reporting. • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial performance. • Provide leadership and guidance during onboarding processes for new team members or systems. Candidates must live in the Knoxville area. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting leadership roles. • Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation. • Solid understanding of cost analysis, variance analysis, and KPI reporting. • Experience with auditing, audit preparation, and workers' compensation compliance. • Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement and system implementation initiatives. • Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions (M& A) activities, including financial integration. • Proficiency in SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on operational efficiency. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .