Director, Finance
August Bioservices
Accounting & Finance
Nashville, TN, USA
Posted on Jan 7, 2026
Headquartered in Nashville, TN – one of the fastest-growing and most exciting cities in the United States – August Bioservices is a privately-owned, high-growth, and high-impact Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). As a US-based outsourcing partner that provides a wide array of expert drug discovery, drug formulation, and drug manufacturing services to pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, we play a vital role in the global pharmaceutical industry. Our work is instrumental in helping to develop molecules today that can become the life-changing therapies of tomorrow. To support our growth plans, August is investing significant capital in a two-phase expansion project – including building a new state-of-the-art facility adjacent to our current facility. For those seeking dynamic opportunities, rewarding career paths and a chance to make a difference in global health, come grow with August!
The Director of Finance is a key member of the August Bio finance leadership team, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer. This role is responsible for leading financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, and core finance operations to support a growing sterile injectable CDMO platform in Nashville.
The Director of Finance will be a foundational leader in building a scalable finance organization within a fast-growing, capital-intensive startup environment. This role is designed for a finance leader who has helped take companies from “early build” to “scaled” someone comfortable working with disconnected systems, evolving processes, and rapid growth.
This individual will build and develop the finance team, assess and redesign systems and workflows, standardize financial data and reporting, and integrate forecasting across Business Development, Project Management, and Operations. The role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a startup setting where structure must be created, versus inherited.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required, MBA or advanced finance degree preferred.
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional designation strongly preferred.
Experience
- 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including significant time in FP&A, plant/operations finance, or cost accounting.
- Prior experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotech, CDMO, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience supporting a single-site or multi-site manufacturing operation, including standard costing, variance analysis, and capital investment evaluation.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting in a mid-market or growth-equity/PE-backed environment is a plus.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong command of U.S. GAAP and core accounting principles.
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills, proficiency with ERP systems and reporting/BI tools.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear, concise insights for non-financial stakeholders.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop talent, build cross-functional relationships, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
At August Bioservices, Our Credo is our culture. Everything we do, we do with great care. We believe in the promise of discovery and the power of science to transform lives. We assert that excellence is not a static destination, but a standard, and an every-day measuring stick of our advancement. We aspire to unlock the potential in every person, every process and every molecule – from start to finish. We are committed to doing the right thing the first time and every time, meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements. We strive to be exceptional, preferred and indispensable partners for our customers; responsible and engaged citizens within our communities; and active, mindful stewards of our environment.
We are August Bioservices. We are pointing the way forward. If this sounds like your kind of working environment, we want you on our team!
August Bioservices is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. August Bioservices does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.