Chief Financial Officer

VOSS Automotive, Inc., USA; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

VOSS Automotive, Inc. is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead financial planning, reporting, and governance from our Fort Wayne headquarters. You will oversee budgeting, audits, and regulatory compliance while guiding growth initiatives across international operations.

We value strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to communicate clearly with executives, customers, and stakeholders. This role requires travel and strategic oversight of global plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of senior-level financial leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or automotive.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Willingness to write clear reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
• Travel internationally a few times a year.

Responsibilities

• Analyze accounting and controlling variances; investigate discrepancies and provide explanations or corrective actions.
• Develop and execute financial strategies that support growth and profitability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and corporate policies.
• Provide actionable insights to drive informed business decisions.
• Manage banking relationships, audits, and risk management activities.
• Partner with senior leaders on strategic initiatives and capital allocation.
• Collaborate with international teams, including Germany HQ and Mexico facilities.
• Prepare annual budget and long-range plan.
• Lead year-end audit package and resolve audit issues.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

GAAP expertise

Regulatory compliance

Internal reporting

Travel (international)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or CPA preferred

Job description

We're growing and we'd love for you to be a part of our team! We're expanding-and we'd love for you to be part of our journey. As a leading global supplier to on-highway and off-road OEMs, VOSS Automotive specializes in the design and manufacture of Diesel Exhaust Fluid Lines, Coolant Lines, Air Suspension Lines and Fittings, Fuel Lines, and Quick Connect Systems.

We are currently seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Chief Financial Officer for the following role:

Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Hybrid in Fort Wayne, IN - North American Headquarters

The Chief Financial Officer will support the Controlling/Finance Department by performing the following duties:

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze accounting and controlling variances; investigate discrepancies and provide clear explanations or corrective actions.
• Develop and execute financial strategies that support company growth and profitability.
• Oversee all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and corporate policies.
• Provide actionable insights to drive informed business decisions.
• Manage banking relationships, audits, and risk management activities.
• Partner with senior leaders on strategic initiatives, investments, and capital allocation.
• Collaborate effectively with international teams, including headquarters in Germany and production facilities in Mexico.
• Forecast plant sales and operating income and explain variances to the plan.
• Monitor plant profitability and communicate events that significantly affect revenues to the CEO and appropriate corporate personnel.
• Manage plant cost reduction efforts.
• Prepare the annual budget and long-range plan.
• Prepare year-end audit package and resolve plant audit issues with external auditors.
• Assume responsibility for the integrity of the financial statements.
• Maintain reserves for all identifiable plant liabilities.
• Administers and maintains all corporate financial records, including books of original entry, supporting schedules, and subsidiary ledgers.
• Establishes and maintains all corporate policies related to accounting matters.
• Collects and analyzes corporate financial data to provide management with internal reports.
• Provides for an annual budgeting and planning process to ensure long-term financial and business strategy.
• Supports all levels of the corporation in budget preparation through training and by providing relevant information when appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains cost accounting standards for the corporation to be implemented.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of senior-level financial leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing or automotive industries.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and communicate findings clearly.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to write clear reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
• Skilled at presenting to diverse audiences, including executives, customers, and stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, including internationally, a few times a year.

It's a very exciting time right now at VOSS as we have been awarded one of Indiana's Best Employers for ten years by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce.

Join a team where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the forefront.

www.vossusa.com