Business Finance Manager

About the role

The Business Finance Manager provides financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting for all operations in AmSty. This includes performing duties to enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results and ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. The role involves maintaining an adequate system of accounting records, optimizing department processes for accuracy and efficiency, and conducting value-added financial, operational, and business process reviews in collaboration with other functions. The position interacts with various leadership levels and all functions within the company, as well as third-party service providers. The role can be located in either The Woodlands, TX or St. James, LA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the finance focal point for all North America operations.
• Provide insight, analysis, and guidance to business teams.
• Manage all monthly product costing standards.
• Act as the contact for all Syntax tickets and review status weekly with representatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, U.S. GAAP, and local governmental requirements.
• Responsibility for all activities with external auditors and third-party service providers.
• Participate on the local Leadership Team for St. James, identifying issues, concerns, and financial impacts.
• Coordinate financial forecasts, legal and management reporting, and cost center budgeting.
• Manage month-end financial closing activities.
• Serve as a problem solver for all aspects of AmSty’s business related to financials.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of business financial data.
• Foster good teamwork and interpersonal relationships.
• Conduct work in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Controller or CFO.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Strong management skills to oversee staff in two locations.
• Proven computer skills; experience using SAP is a plus.
• Previous experience in manufacturing cost accounting is desired but not required.
• Strong coordination, communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with all levels and functions within the organization.
• Self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines and proactively support functional partners.
• A CPA or equivalent is preferred but not required.

Relocation is not available for this position. This employer participates in E-Verify and will confirm work authorization in the U.S.