Director, Operations Finance

About Us

Ingersoll Rand is a technology leader with over 160 years of history, operating with the energy of a startup. We are dedicated to making life better for employees, customers, shareholders, and the planet by producing innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies. Our products—ranging from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and powers—enhance industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. With over 80 brands, we serve diverse end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, and infrastructure. We foster a culture of growth, entrepreneurial spirit, and ownership mindset.

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic, proactive Director of Operations Finance for Ingersoll Rand’s CSS NA (Compression Systems and Services, North America) SBU. This role reports to the VP, Finance CSS NA and leads a team of finance professionals across 9 manufacturing and distribution plants. The position is responsible for financial accounting, planning, reporting, analysis, and controls, while providing financial leadership to the Operations organization in developing and implementing business strategies, objectives, and operating plans.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations leadership teams to develop operations strategy and translate strategic goals into actionable and measurable business plans.
• Drive process standardization across operations finance, including standard cost setting, forecasting, warranty, capitalized variances, and overall inventory valuation across all locations.
• Collaborate with Operations Leaders to drive operational excellence, improve productivity, margins, delivery, cash flow, and service while executing business plans.
• Ensure an effective controls environment across all manufacturing locations.
• Partner for effective execution of project initiatives, including capital investments, restructuring projects, footprint utilization, and more.
• Build long-term organizational competency through leadership of Plant Controllers and their teams, as well as Operations FP&A, via coaching, training, development, and succession planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, including costing, compliance, and financial planning.

Skills

• Proven ability to work well in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple critical projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong PC skills (Excel, PowerPoint) required.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, and Hyperion Consolidation tools is a plus.

Preferences

• Master’s Degree.
• CMA, CFA, or CPA certification is a plus.

Travel

Approximately 25% domestic travel is required.

Benefits

At Ingersoll Rand, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness programs.
• Life insurance.
• Robust 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Employee stock grant.