Chief Financial Officer

145-165k

Nashville, TN (Hybrid)

Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

GSD Search is partnered with a rapidly growing organization in Nashville to identify a strategic and hands-on Director of Finance. This role will serve as a key financial leader responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial planning, forecasting, cash flow management, and process optimization as the company continues to scale aggressively over the next several years.

This is an opportunity to join a high-growth environment where finance plays a critical role in operational decision-making, scalability, and long-term business strategy.

Position Overview

The Director of Finance will lead core accounting and financial operations while partnering closely with executive leadership to improve visibility into company performance, forecasting, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge combined with forward-looking financial planning and analytical capabilities.

Candidates with experience in manufacturing or inventory-driven environments are highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day accounting operations including AP/AR, general ledger, and month-end close
Oversee accrual-based financial reporting and ensure accuracy of financial statements
Develop and maintain short-term and long-range cash flow forecasting models
Provide financial insights and operational reporting to executive leadership
Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives across the organization
Partner cross-functionally to improve financial visibility and operational decision-making
Support inventory costing methodologies and financial process improvements
Assist with ERP optimization and financial systems scalability initiatives
Coordinate with external audit and tax partners as needed
Establish and refine financial controls, reporting processes, and KPI tracking as the company grows

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or 7+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience
Strong understanding of accrual accounting principles and financial operations
Experience with forecasting, cash management, and financial modeling
ERP experience required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred
Manufacturing, inventory, or cost accounting experience highly preferred
Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced growth environment
Strong communication and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset

Preferred Experience

Experience supporting high-growth or scaling organizations
Background transitioning or improving costing methodologies
Experience building processes and infrastructure within evolving finance organizations

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $145,000 – $165,000
Performance Bonus Opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid work environment in Nashville, TN

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply directly or contact GSD Search for additional details.

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