Director of Finance

Bonnell-Industries-Inc; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonnell-Industries-Inc is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead the accounting and financial management functions.

This senior role oversees budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, cost accounting for manufacturing, internal controls, and financial analysis, while guiding the finance team.

The ideal candidate blends strong accounting expertise with business insight, partnering with operations to improve profitability and overall performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and financial experience.
• Experience leading accounting and finance teams.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with manufacturing accounting, inventory, and product costing.
• ERP system experience and robust Excel/financial analysis skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information to both finance and non-finance leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's accounting and finance functions.
• Lead Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis.
• Oversee product costing and manufacturing cost accounting.
• Maintain oversight of company cash flow & working capital.
• Develop and maintain appropriate financial policies and internal controls.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Ensure effective use of the company's ERP and financial reporting systems.
• Lead, manage, and develop the Finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Cost accounting

Budgets & forecasting

Cash flow management

Strategic business partnering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

CPA/CMA/MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead the organization's accounting and financial management functions.

This position will serve as the company's senior financial leader and will be responsible for accurate financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, manufacturing cost accounting, internal controls, financial analysis, and leadership of the finance team.

The ideal candidate will combine strong accounting knowledge with business and operational experience. This individual must be comfortable working at both the detailed and strategic levels-ensuring the accuracy of the financials while also providing leadership with meaningful analysis and recommendations to improve profitability and business performance.

Full Time Benefits

• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Dental, Vision, Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Company Provided Short Term Disability
• Company Provided Long Term Disability
• Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Apparel Allowance

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the company's accounting and finance functions
• Lead Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis
• Oversee product costing and manufacturing cost accounting
• Maintain oversight of company cash flow & working capital
• Develop and maintain appropriate financial policies and internal controls
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
• Ensure effective use of the company's ERP and financial reporting systems
• Lead, manage, and develop the Finance team

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and financial experience.
• Experience leading or supervising accounting and finance employees.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, general accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with manufacturing accounting, inventory, and product costing.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Strong ERP experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial analysis skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CMA, or MBA.
• 10+ years of progressive financial experience.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Director of Finance, Assistant Controller, or similar financial leadership position.
• Experience within a privately held manufacturing company.
• Strong manufacturing cost-accounting experience.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management, internal controls, audits, and financial planning.
• Experience working directly with senior executives and/or company ownership.