Regional Finance Director OpportunityCooperDouglas is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a nationally recognized distribution and services organization with more than $10 billion in annual revenue. The company is seeking a Regional Finance Director to support a large-scale operating region and serve as a key business partner to executive leadership.This position offers a unique opportunity to influence business strategy, drive financial performance, and support operational decision-making across a complex, multi-site environment. The Regional Finance Director will work closely with senior leaders to provide financial insights, identify growth opportunities, and help execute initiatives that improve profitability and operational effectiveness.The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with the business, simplifying complex financial information, and delivering actionable recommendations that drive results.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with regional and executive leadership to support strategic and operational decision-makingLead the annual budget, monthly forecast, and long-range planning processesProvide financial analysis and recommendations to support revenue growth, margin improvement, and overall business performanceDevelop financial models and business cases for investments, strategic initiatives, and operational improvementsAnalyze business performance through KPI reporting, trend analysis, and forecastingMonitor sales performance, pricing, margins, operating expenses, and productivity metrics to identify opportunities and risksCollaborate with operations, sales, supply chain, and corporate finance teams to support business objectivesPresent financial results, forecasts, and recommendations during regular business reviews with senior leadershipPerform variance analysis and identify key drivers impacting financial performanceSupport capital planning and resource allocation decisionsImprove reporting processes, forecasting accuracy, and analytical capabilitiesUtilize business intelligence and reporting tools to enhance visibility and support data-driven decision-makingBuild strong cross-functional relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to business leadersQualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related fieldMBA, CPA, or other advanced certification is a plus10+ years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, commercial finance, or operational financeExperience supporting large, complex, multi-location organizationsStrong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business analysisProven ability to partner with operational leaders and influence strategic decisionsAbility to communicate financial concepts effectively to non-financial stakeholdersAdvanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPointExperience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms preferredStrong presentation skills and executive presenceAbility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentExperience within distribution, logistics, manufacturing, industrial services, consumer products, or other operationally driven industries preferredCompensationBase Salary: $175,000 – $200,000Annual Bonus: 25%Comprehensive benefits packageThis is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader seeking a highly visible role with significant influence on business strategy, operational performance, and long-term growth.