Dir of Finance

Busch's Inc.; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Busch's Inc. in Saline, MI is seeking aDirector of Finance to lead day-to-day financial operations and drive profitability. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and financial reporting while partnering with executives to improve efficiency and strategic decision-making.

The role requires extensive experience in finance leadership, strong knowledge of GAAP, and the ability to step into operational accounting during staffing transitions or growth periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 8–12+ years of progressive finance/accounting leadership experience.
• Experience in grocery/retail/distribution/multi-unit operations preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Advanced analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
• Strong systems and technology proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all finance and accounting operations including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and accounting.
• Lead the Controller and accounting team to ensure accurate, compliant operations.
• Partner with leaders to identify margin improvement, cost reduction, and labor optimization.
• Ensure strong internal controls and process consistency across operations.
• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity planning.
• Support long-range planning, financial modeling, and KPI development.
• Coordinate audits, tax planning, and CPA relationships.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with policies, controls, and regulations.
• Participate in executive leadership development and succession planning.

Skills

Financial leadership

Strategic partnerships

Financial modeling

Internal controls

Leadership

Communication

Systems proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

MBA or CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Corporate - Saline
565 E Michigan Ave
Saline, MI 48176, USA

Description

The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the company’s day-to-day financial and accounting operations, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, payroll oversight, banking relationships, operational reporting, and financial process improvement initiatives. This role partners closely with operations and executive leadership to drive profitability, improve efficiencies, and support strategic decision-making. The VP of Finance must possess a strong working knowledge of all accounting functions and be capable of stepping into operational accounting responsibilities when needed. This position will also participate in executive development and succession planning initiatives to prepare for future senior financial leadership responsibilities.

Specific Accountabilities and Authorities

• Direct and oversee all finance and accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll oversight, and operational accounting functions.
• Provide leadership and oversight to the Controller and accounting management team to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations.
• Partner with leadership to identify opportunities for margin improvement, cost reduction, and labor optimization.
• Ensure strong internal controls and financial process consistency across all company operations.
• Manage company cash flow forecasting, working capital performance, and operational liquidity planning.
• Assist in enterprise financial planning and analysis functions, including long‑range planning, financial modeling, scenario analysis, and KPI development.
• Support contract analysis and vendor negotiations.
• Prepare executive‑level financial presentations and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and accounting functions.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory accounting, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Serve as a cross‑functional hands‑on financial leader capable of stepping into operational accounting responsibilities during staffing transitions, high workload periods, system implementations, or business growth.
• Assist with audit coordination, tax planning support, and CPA firm relationships.
• Support strategic initiatives, acquisitions, capital projects, and long‑term growth planning.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in executive leadership development with exposure to strategic financial management and organizational leadership responsibilities.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required; MBA or CPA required.
• 8–12+ years of progressive finance/accounting leadership experience.
• Experience in grocery, retail, distribution, or multi‑unit operations strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Advanced analytical and financial modeling capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong systems and technology proficiency.

Qualifications

This section contains the behavioral and functional qualities expected from candidates.

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject.

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals.

Education

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Preferred 8 years in finance. Preferred 3 years CPA.

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