Finance Manager

• IDEAL CANDIDATE: Strong attention to process, control, and follow-through. Continuous improvements to the organization financial health and performance. 
• Financial Modeling: Expertise in building financial models to forecast performance and assess the impact of different scenarios. 
• Communication: Strong communication skills to explain financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences. 
• Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a team of finance professionals. 
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve financial issues and challenges. 
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy and precision in financial reporting and analysis are crucial. 
• Knowledge of Financial Systems: Familiarity with financial software and systems used for accounting, reporting, and analysis – ORACLE. 
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the organization's overall goals. 

SUMMARY

The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing all accounting and finance activities supporting our manufacturing operations. This role leads financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and reporting to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. The Finance Manager partners closely with plant operations leadership to drive performance, maintain strong internal controls, and support strategic decision-making.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are representative of the role. Other responsibilities may be assigned.

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support manufacturing operations, including capital planning, resource allocation, and cost management.
• Oversee monthly financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of results.
• Manage standard costing, inventory valuation, and production cost allocations; analyze and explain variances.
• Prepare management reports on operational and financial performance, including detailed analysis of key performance indicators.
• Monitor financial performance by measuring results, identifying trends, and recommending corrective actions.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes for manufacturing facilities.
• Provide cash flow forecasting and manage day-to-day cash requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.
• Oversee and reconcile general ledger accounts; maintain proper documentation and controls.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of sales and use tax filings and other required government reports.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve profitability.
• Mentor and develop finance and accounting team members, including the Cost Accountant and other staff.
• Interface with affiliates and global finance teams to reconcile intercompany balances and consolidate results.
• Assist in special projects and other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly manages the Accounting Department team and Cost Accountant. Responsibilities include hiring, training, assigning and reviewing work, appraising performance, coaching and development, addressing concerns, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory control, and variance analysis.
• Oracle experience.
• Experience managing month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Prior experience supervising accounting staff.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policies.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management and employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, ratios, and variance analysis to practical situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficiency in accounting and ERP systems (Hyperion/Oracle strongly preferred).
• Strong skills in Excel, Word, and other business applications.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret diverse instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, and reach with arms.
• Occasional standing, walking, and speaking/hearing.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Quiet office environment.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPA preferred but not required.