Jobs · Finance · Wisconsin

Sr. Director Finance

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions · Milwaukee, WI · 3 wk ago
FinanceFull-time

About the role

The Senior Director of Finance serves as a critical finance leader for the FP&A, Commercial, and Operations functions, driving financial strategy and performance across the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and continuously enhance the company’s long-range strategic planning (3-year), annual operating plan, and rolling forecast processes;

  • Drive enterprise-wide forecast accuracy through advanced scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis, and predictive insights;

  • Integrate internal performance indicators with external market intelligence (e.g., Dodge Construction data) to assess demand trends and inform growth strategies by segment;

  • Establish and govern KPI frameworks aligned with strategic priorities, financial targets, and operational performance;

  • Oversee financial consolidation systems (e.g., OneStream), ensuring integrity, scalability, and timeliness of financial data and reporting;

  • Deliver executive-level financial reporting, including monthly and quarterly business reviews, variance analysis, and forward-looking performance insights;

  • Provide analysis of key business drivers, including revenue, margin expansion, cost structure, capital investment, and working capital optimization;

  • Proactively identify risks and opportunities, influencing leadership actions to mitigate downside and accelerate value creation;

  • Partner with business leaders to drive accountability through disciplined performance reviews and data-driven decision-making;

  • Develop financial materials and insights for the CEO, CFO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors;

  • Collaborate closely with Accounting to align financial results, close processes, and reporting standards in support of accurate and timely financial outputs;

  • Ensure alignment and consistency between internal management reporting, external disclosures, and financial narratives;

  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Commercial and Operations Finance organization, building bench strength and succession pipelines;

  • Establish best-in-class FP&A capabilities, including standardized processes, planning cadences, and advanced analytical tools;

  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and digital enablement (e.g., Tableau, AI-driven analytics);

  • Partner with IT and Finance Systems teams to optimize financial planning infrastructure and data governance;

  • Lead financial evaluation and support for mergers & acquisitions, including due diligence, integration planning, and synergy realization tracking;

  • Execute strategic and transformation initiatives through rigorous financial modeling, business case development, and post-implementation analysis;

  • Provide ad hoc, financial analysis to support enterprise priorities and evolving business needs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred

  • 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, with deep expertise in FP&A across both Commercial and Operational environments

  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial statements, U.S. GAAP, and public company reporting requirements, with the ability to connect accounting outcomes to business performance

  • Demonstrated success leading and scaling high-performing teams, with a track record of influencing senior executives and driving enterprise-level decision-making

  • Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable, strategic insights

  • Experience leveraging enterprise FP&A platforms and business intelligence tools (e.g., OneStream, Tableau, or similar) to enhance planning, reporting, and data-driven decision-making

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary

  • Total Rewards and 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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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