Director of Finance
Lead the Financial Strategy of a Global Industry Leader
Are you a strategic finance executive who thrives on driving business performance, leading high-performing teams, and influencing organizational growth? WAC Group , a leading innovator in lighting and smart technology solutions, is seeking an accomplished Director of Finance to serve as a key member of the leadership team and partner directly with the President.
This is more than a finance role. It is an opportunity to shape the financial future of a global organization, provide strategic guidance at the executive level, and help drive continued growth, profitability, and operational excellence across multiple entities worldwide.
What You'll Do
As Director of Finance, you will lead all global financial operations and serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. You will be responsible for financial strategy, accounting, reporting, compliance, budgeting, cost management, and team development.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and oversight for all global accounting and finance functions.
• Drive strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, international, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee corporate tax filings, sales tax compliance, audits, and financial reporting for multiple entities.
• Lead cost accounting, cost control, inventory oversight, and profitability initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Distribution, Sales, and Executive Leadership to support business growth and decision-making.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities while recommending strategies to improve performance and maximize ROI.
• Direct external audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banking partners, and other stakeholders.
• Implement best practices, systems, policies, and technologies that enhance efficiency, compliance, and business performance.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; MBA preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience within a complex manufacturing or consumer products environment.
• Experience overseeing organizations with annual revenues exceeding $500 million.
• Strong expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Multi-state sales tax experience across multiple business entities.
• Proven success leading and developing large, high-performing teams.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting international entities and global financial operations.
• International taxation and regulatory accounting experience.
• SAP experience.
Why Join WAC Group?
At WAC Group, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented culture where talented professionals can make a meaningful impact.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're an accomplished finance leader looking for an opportunity to influence strategy, drive performance, and help shape the future of a growing global organization, we'd love to hear from you.
We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes: paid time off; medical & dental coverage (including family coverage), vision, life, 401(k); tuition assistance; and continuous training and development. For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to: hr@waclighting.com Given the high volume of responses, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
WAC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. In addition to federal law requirements, WAC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in all of its locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Please note, all responsibilities outlined in the above job description are subject to change as needed. All efforts will be made to ensure proper notice is given for changes in responsibilities.