Finance Manager (Water Safety & Control)

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast-growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS) with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. Our commitment to professional development has fueled our growth for over 100 years as a leading international supplier of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, we employ over 2,800 employees worldwide across 24 locations in the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico.

About the role

The Finance Manager, reporting to the Finance Director, is responsible for delivering monthly financials and forecasts, and assisting in the long-term and short-term financial performance of the Water Safety & Control business unit, which generates over $500 million in annual sales. This role is based in Paso Robles, CA, with primarily onsite expectations (3-4 days/week in office) and some hybrid flexibility. Relocation assistance is available with additional onsite flexibility for those relocating to the area.

Responsibilities

• Executes month-end close and forecast, analyzing financial results to understand variances to prior forecast and budget.
• Communicates financial performance and forecast commitments to the Business Unit General Manager and Leadership Team.
• Helps set L2 review agenda with the Business Unit Leadership Team.
• Partners with Operations and Supply Chain to manage inventory levels, maximizing existing footprint, and provides visibility on slow-moving or excess/obsolete inventory.
• Works with the Director of Finance and General Manager to establish Strategic Plan initiatives and financials, including the Budget.
• Partners closely with the Commercial Team to set orders and sales forecasts, analyzing performance to understand market changes and strategic impacts.
• Prepares responses for audits, including sample transactions and testing.
• Publishes labor productivity and variable-spend reporting weekly, helping course-correct when off target.
• Ensures compliance with US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, corporate policies, and local statutory requirements, including annual physical inventory and capital spend requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA, CMA, or CPA is a plus.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial functions within a manufacturing or supply chain company.
• Audit experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to educate and coach both finance and non-finance professionals.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite; experience with ERP systems, D365, and Tableau is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, planning, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Initiative-taking with an ability to thrive in a challenging environment.
• Operates with a continuous improvement mindset, challenging the status quo.

Skills

• Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high-quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $124,000–$170,000. Actual salaries may vary based on factors such as skillset, experience, education, and training. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount