Director of Finance

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to oversee financial operations for our manufacturing business. The successful candidate will guide financial strategy, ensure fiscal discipline, and provide crucial financial insights to drive profitability and sustainable growth.

This position is hybrid and this person needs to live close to one of our manufacturing plants in the Northeast. Preferred locations are Easton, PA, Rehoboth, MA and Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes. Serve as a strategic partner to the management leadership team.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP accounting standards. Provide insightful analysis of financial and operational performance through KPIs and dashboards.
• Manage all cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and cost allocations across multiple manufacturing sites. Oversee inventory accounting processes, valuation, and reconciliation.
• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and other department heads to align budgets with operational execution and drive efficiency.
• Serve as the Regional finance lead for ERP system enhancements and optimization, especially for manufacturing and finance modules. Champion automation to improve finance processes.
• Implement and manage internal controls, financial policies, and procedures. Ensure compliance with all financial laws and regulations and manage relationships with internal and external auditors.
• Evaluate and provide financial analysis for capital expenditures, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and other strategic business investments.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Regional finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required
• A professional accounting designation, such as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant), is strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with significant time spent in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in senior leadership or management role, such as a Plant Controller
• Demonstrated experience with ERP system implementation and optimization
• Deep knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic planning