Group Finance Director

Overview

The State Group’s family of companies is experiencing exponential growth through investing in our people, innovation, and technology. Since 1961, our 3,500+ professionals in North America have provided comprehensive multi-trade industrial contracting services that include Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil on a single-source basis. We have tremendous opportunities for driven leaders looking for a high-energy career.

The State Group is seeking a Group Finance Director. This position is located at our office in Franklin, TN.

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, this role partners closely with senior leadership to support financial strategy, internal consolidation, and company-level reporting. The Group Finance Director oversees core financial reporting processes, finance data management, and corporate finance system initiatives, while coordinating closely with regional finance leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent financial results. This position requires a strong leader and communicator who can work effectively across functions and build disciplined, scalable financial processes in a growing organization.

• This position is an integral part of our success and provides opportunities for career advancement.
• 100% PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Monthly vehicle allowance and gas card.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Competitive compensation, annual pay increases, and bonuses.
• State embraces and encourages workplace diversity.

• Lead internal financial consolidation and divisional reporting, including full three-statement financials and management reporting.
• Oversee company-level accounting activities, including intercompany, fixed assets, and leases.
• Own company-level tax coordination, audit support, and ongoing compliance requirements across operating entities.
• Oversee company-level treasury activities, including cash forecasting, working capital management, and coordination of intercompany funding.
• Support acquisition accounting and integration, including purchase accounting, working capital reporting, and onboarding of acquired entities into company accounting and reporting structures.
• Provide financial analysis and planning support to executive leadership and key internal stakeholders.
• Partner with regional finance leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent financial information and adherence to company policies.
• Lead internal controls development and finance system implementations.

• 10+ years of experience in finance as a controller with a proven track record of effective supervision and development of others.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in finance, accounting, or related field.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and financial reporting software.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work varied and additional hours during closing and budgeting periods.
• CPA, CFA, or CMA preferred but not required.

To learn more about The State Group, visit our website at

The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email