Director of Finance

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost accounting systems to provide accurate and timely data for decision-making.
• Analyze manufacturing performance metrics, including labor, material, and overhead costs, to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct variance analysis to assess production efficiency and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide direction and guidance to the Operations Finance Department.
• Lead initiatives to optimize cost structures while maintaining product quality and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with plant directors and operations teams to identify waste reduction opportunities and improve process efficiencies.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost management and labor and process efficiency.
• Partner with the Chief Financial Officer and leadership team to project long-term financial strategies that align with the company's growth objectives.
• Develop a forecast cadence that accounts for major changes to the business while balancing efficient use of time and resources.
• Drive attention to changes in direct input costs and develop pricing recommendations that are equitable to both the Company and our customers.
• Together with finance and operations leadership, develop and maintain capital approval and accountability processes that preserve speed to execution while providing appropriate levels of scrutiny.
• Provide financial insights to support new product launches, capacity growth, market expansion, and potential investments.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes with a focus on driving operational accountability where decisions are made.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive finance leadership experience and 10 years of overall finance experience, with a strong focus on manufacturing and cost accounting.
• Proven expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, costing methodologies, and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Track record of driving cost-efficiency initiatives and improving profitability.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry or a similar consumer-packaged goods environment.

What Masters Gallery Foods Can Offer You

• A generous benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, 401(k) with company match, and more)
• Vacation Time Off (service-based paid time off and 10 paid holidays)
• Center for Health and Wellness - Free to employees and their dependents.
• Incentives and incentive programs (such as tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount programs, employee assistance program, and more)
• Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more)
• Green sustainability initiatives.
• Continuous improvement initiatives - technology driven.
• Training and development programs
• Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water
• Listen to Sirius XM Radio while you work!
• Continuous communication with Employees - Company App
• Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone
• Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party and more)

What You Can Offer

• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive finance leadership experience and 10 years of overall finance experience, with a strong focus on manufacturing and cost accounting.
• Proven expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, costing methodologies, and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Track record of driving cost-efficiency initiatives and improving profitability.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry or a similar consumer-packaged goods environment.