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Regional Finance Director

Korn Ferry, Denver, CO, United States


Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for the role, Regional Finance Director

Position Overview A leading, private, multi-location services organization is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated

Regional Finance Director

to oversee financial operations for a key U.S. region. This role supports a portfolio of operating businesses representing

$100M+ in revenue , with expected rapid expansion driven by organic growth and acquisitions. The Regional Finance Director will act as a

strategic finance partner to regional leadership , ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, operational efficiency, and alignment with corporate objectives. This individual will report to senior finance leadership and collaborate closely with both corporate and field-based teams.

Company Overview (Confidential) The organization is a

market-leading, national platform

in a project-based services industry, operating through a network of local business units across the United States. The company has achieved significant scale through a combination of

organic growth and strategic acquisitions , generating

over $1B+ in annual revenue . Its operating model blends

centralized financial discipline

with

entrepreneurial local operations , supporting long-standing customer relationships across commercial and industrial end markets. The company is known for its commitment to

quality, safety, and operational excellence , and continues to expand its geographic footprint.

Key Responsibilities Regional Financial Leadership

Lead financial oversight for a multi-entity regional portfolio

Ensure accuracy of reporting and alignment with corporate standards

Support regional growth and scalability initiatives

Business Performance Optimization

Partner with operational leaders to drive profitability and efficiency

Deliver actionable financial insights to support decision-making

Growth & Acquisition Integration

Support financial diligence and modeling for acquisitions

Lead post-acquisition integration of finance processes and systems

Risk & Compliance Management

Establish and maintain strong internal controls

Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements

Financial Systems & Process Improvement

Standardize reporting and financial processes across locations

Drive system enhancements to support scalability

Labor & Cost Oversight

Oversee payroll accounting and labor cost management

Ensure compliance with multi-state and union labor environments (as applicable)

Financial Oversight & Strategic Partnership

Serve as a trusted advisor to regional and corporate stakeholders

Maintain integrity of financial records and systems

Accounting & Reporting

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate policies

Oversee

WIP and Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting

Acquisition Support

Participate in diligence and integration efforts

Align acquired entities to standardized financial practices

Process Improvement & Compliance

Strengthen internal controls and financial policies

Partner with audit, tax, and corporate finance teams

Leadership & Team Development

Lead and develop regional finance teams

Promote consistency and best practices across locations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)

10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience

5+ years of experience in

project-based or construction-related accounting environments

Experience in

multi-entity, multi-location organizations

Strong expertise in:

GAAP and financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

WIP / POC accounting

Payroll and labor cost structures

Experience supporting

M&A diligence and integration

Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency

Proven leadership and team development experience

Ability to travel (~25%)

Success Profile The ideal candidate will be:

A

hands-on, strategic finance leader

Comfortable operating in a

fast-paced, acquisition-driven environment

Skilled at bridging

corporate finance and field operations

Experienced in

scaling processes across decentralized businesses

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