As a key member of the Accounting and Finance department, this position will report directly to the CFO and will play a crucial role in overseeing all aspects of the Accounting and Finance team. This role will guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing both internal and external policies and procedures, managing, developing and growing the team, drive the monthly close process/analysis, develop annual budgets and forecasts, ensure tax compliance (both domestic and international), oversee fixed assets, complete cost analysis (material, labor, overhead, etc.), conduct internal and manage external audits, assess current processes/procedures and update the executive team on current gaps, best practices and opportunities for improvement.

• Work with CFO to set objectives and strategies for the department.
• Provide oversight to the team while creating an environment of trust and productivity.
• Manage and monitor all monthly close items, ensuring timely completion and compliance with appropriate GAAP standards, regulatory and business requirements.
• Lead in the development of monthly business reviews that provide stakeholders with meaningful information that is timely, detailed and accurate to support decision making.
• Maximize the efficiency of shared service functions (accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, and payroll) to effectively manage working capital.
• Lead in the development of financial forecasts and annual budgets.
• Validate that fixed asset costs and supporting documentation are recorded accurately and timely.
• Ensure product and job costs are accurate and customer pricing, if needed, is updated appropriately.
• Perform detailed cost and overhead analysis and recommend changes as/when needed.
• Ensure domestic and international tax filings are completed timely and accurately.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and guidelines both within and outside of the department.
• Assist CFO as the department liaison with external relationships such as, but not limited to, banking, audit, insurance, tax, legal, etc.
• Lead both the department and organization in streamlining ERP enhancements to drive efficiencies and process improvements.
• Perform ad hoc analysis where required to assist in management decision making.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive financial experience, including 5+ years of managerial experience with a proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous responsibility for technical financial reporting oversight, including knowledge of GAAP, regulatory accounting, and reporting requirements is required.
• Strong background in developing and implementing processes, procedures and operational controls.
• Analytic skills: Ability to think analytically and objectively and interpret meaningful themes from quantitative and qualitative data.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal and team-building capabilities to effectively interface and communicate across the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously from initiation to completion.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to create timelines, manage budgets, and allocate resources.
• Ability to effectively present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to inspire a team to meet objectives, deadlines, and performance targets
• Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with other departments.
• ERP knowledge including implementations, enhancements, reporting, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft products – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.

Bonus Skills/Experience:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• ESOP experience is a plus.
• Financial and business acumen: Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results.
• Problem solving and decision quality: Able to use rigorous logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutions.
• Relationship management: Able to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partners.
• Influencing and negotiation: Ability to influence at all levels, as well as a demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team and be assertive in driving successful management strategies.
• Presentation skills: Effective in a variety of presentation settings including one-on-one, small and large groups, and with peers and Leadership Team.
• Action oriented: Can present ideas and directions that lead others to action.
• Planning and priority setting: Demonstrate an ability to set objectives and goals and organize work appropriately to meet and exceed goals; possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Communication skills: Demonstrates strong listening, written, and oral communication skills