Finance Manager

About the role

The Finance Manager serves as a key financial business partner, using strong business acumen to perform detailed financial analysis, communicate actionable insights, and lead or support problem-solving initiatives that drive business results. This role combines expertise in accounting and financial planning and analysis to help set strategic direction, support day-to-day financial operations, and guide informed decision-making across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Chief Financial Officer to manage and, when needed, lead the day-to-day business operations of the finance department, including providing coverage for team members, resolving short-term issues, addressing urgent needs, and managing KPI reporting and interactions with external partners and stakeholders.

• Create, collect, prepare, analyze, and report financial information with a focus on gross margin, pricing, standard costs, and other key performance metrics for internal stakeholders, and develop analytics that identify trends and growth opportunities by customer, product, or item.

• Own the integration, configuration, and ongoing operation of Microsoft Power BI to develop and deliver complex financial and business models, including commissions, customer profitability, direct-to-consumer (D2C) revenue, and margin analysis, as well as connecting point-of-sale (POS) data to customer revenue and other key metrics.

• Support the financial close process by preparing and recording General Ledger entries, performing account reconciliations, and managing assigned accruals, as well as preparing year-end closing entries.

• Generate ad-hoc financial and analytical reports to support customer line reviews, with a focus on revenue, margin, and POS data, and deliver year-over-year analysis on revenue, margin, and customer programs.

• Present financial reports, analysis, and key findings to leaders at various levels of the organization, simplifying complex data into clear, easy-to-understand information that supports data-driven decision-making.

• Communicate financial results and insights in both verbal and written formats that influence stakeholders and help shape policies, strategies, and operational decisions.

• Manage and report on key financial metrics, including profit and loss, cost accounting measures, and KPIs, leveraging ERP and business intelligence tools to enhance visibility and performance.

• Collaborate with external firms and partners, including accounting firms, auditors, tax advisors, insurance providers, and banking partners, to ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and effective financial management.

• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to achieve best-in-class financial controls and processes, and regularly audit SOPs within the department to ensure effectiveness and compliance.

• Support Operations by providing analysis on purchase price variance (PPV) and inventory transactions, including scrap, damage, loss, and related adjustments, to improve cost control and profitability.

• Manage and report on key financial metrics, including profit and loss, cost accounting measures, and KPIs, leveraging ERP and business intelligence tools to enhance visibility and performance.

• Generate and maintain financial SOPs and documentation that support consistent processes, strong internal controls, and efficient financial operations.

• Use data and analysis to influence policy development and deployment, ensuring that financial insights translate into practical improvements and strategic actions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university.
• 7–10 years of experience in accounting and finance roles with progressively increasing responsibilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in both accounting and financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
• Proven track record of FP&A analytics, financial modeling, and reporting, including the ability to present complex data in clear written and narrative formats.
• Strong experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, auditing, controllership, and compliance responsibilities, consistent with a Staff Accountant and controllership background.
• Hands-on experience with cost accounting, including cost rolls, material standards, and inventory valuation.
• Proven expertise with Microsoft Power BI, including data modeling, dashboard creation, and complex analysis.
• Proficiency with MS Office, with an emphasis on advanced Excel skills such as pivot tables, data analytics, and building dashboards.
• Experience working with ERP systems, with specific exposure to Acumatica ERP software or similar platforms.
• Experience generating and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) to achieve best-in-class financial controls and processes.
• Experience working with external accounting and audit firms, as well as other external partners such as tax, insurance, and banking firms.
• Ability to influence others using data and analysis, including supporting policy development and implementation.
• Familiarity with managing and delivering results using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments, including national accounts, large box retailers, direct-to-consumer (D2C) channels, independent dealers, and online channels.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial information and present it effectively to leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to support and improve financial operations, including financial close, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is preferred.
• CPA or CMA designation is a plus.
• Familiarity with Velixo reporting or other Excel-based reporting tools such as Hyperion or Khalix.
• Experience connecting POS data to customer revenue and margin analysis.
• Experience developing and presenting KPI dashboards and management reports using business intelligence tools.
• Proven ability to lead or support strategic planning and annual budgeting processes.
• Experience in commission calculation, analysis, and audit for internal and external sales teams.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and support leadership with data-driven insights.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends, opportunities, and risks by customer, product, or channel.
• Comfort working in a dynamic environment that requires both strategic thinking and hands-on execution.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120,000.00 - $130,000.00/yr. Company sponsored Group Health Insurance Plan HDHP (HSA Qualified) Plan Dental Insurance Included 30 day waiting period Optional Vision Coverage available Incentive Compensation Program Bonus plan designed to earn 1-10% of your yearly earnings based on achieving set enterprise goals. 401(k) Plan Company matches first 6% of employee deferral dollar for dollar Three month waiting period Company sponsored Group Term Life Insurance Plan 1 x annual salary death benefit in life insurance + Additional $10,000 30 day waiting period Voluntary Term Life for Employee, Spouse & Child, STD and LTD available Employee Life $10,000 - $300,000 / Spouse $5,000 - $100,000 / Child $5,000 or $10,000 STD-coverage of 60% of your pre-disability income, up to $750 monthly benefit LTD-coverage of 60% of your pre-disability income, up to $3,000 monthly benefit 30 day waiting period Enrollment for new hires only – May be difficult to get on plan at a later date Company provides time off for up to ten (10) paid holidays Holiday hours will be paid in accordance with scheduled hours. Paid Time Off (PTO) (accrued monthly) 0 – 12 Months 12 Days 13 – 36 Months 17 Days 36 + Months 20 Days Employee product discounts for self, friends, and families 10% over company cost Employee Verizon Wireless Discounts 18% Access Discount (Eligible calling plans of $34.99 and higher. Discount not applicable on family share lines) 18% Data Discount (Qualifying $24.99 data features combined with a $34.99 calling plan or higher. Discount not applicable on family share lines) 25% Accessory Discount Membership to Fitness Facility of your Choice Employees will be reimbursed up to $150 for family memberships, or $100 for individual memberships, on a quarterly basis for all health and fitness club memberships. Option for employees to join Sam’s Club or Costco (Sign up available in February) Company pays 80% of the annual basic membership cost Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.