Finance Manager

J.M. Huber; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Huber Engineered Woods (HEW), a division of J.M. Huber Corporation, seeks a Finance Manager to join a high‑visibility team shaping corporate strategy through advanced financial modeling and cross‑functional partnership.

The role requires 5–10 years in corporate finance or related fields, a Bachelor’s degree (MBA/CPA preferred), and mastery of 3‑statement modeling, GAAP, and data tools like Power BI, SQL data warehouses, and Alteryx.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 5–10 years of high‑level experience in Corporate Finance, Consulting, or Public Accounting.
• Proficiency in 3-statement modeling and scenario analysis (DCF, IRR, NPV).
• Strong GAAP knowledge and ability to leverage data tools to solve business puzzles.

Responsibilities

• Model Design, Optimization, Ownership: Manage HEW monthly forecast and annual planning in Planful; evolve reporting to capture growth initiatives.
• Consultative Partnership: Validate inputs and provide the narrative behind variances to identify risks and opportunities.
• Continuous Improvement: Leverage technology to streamline finance processes and drive efficiency and value across the organization.
• Executive Visibility: Synthesize macro trends and internal metrics into high‑impact Board/Executive presentations.
• Advanced Analytics: Perform complex scenario modeling that informs long‑range strategic planning.

Skills

3-statement modeling

DCF/IRR/NPV analysis

GAAP knowledge

Executive storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

Power BI

SQL data warehouses

Alteryx

Job description

Huber Engineered Woods (HEW), a division of J.M. Huber Corporation, combines its advanced adhesives and wood product technologies with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities to produce premium structural wood panel products. Innovative construction products like AdvanTech subflooring and ZIP System sheathing have changed the way homes and buildings go together. HEW brings together professionals with experience in research and development, product engineering and manufacturing to create products that solve specific problems.

Our Corporate Office is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. HEW manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Virginia, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Maine. To learn more, please visit our website at www.huberwood.com.

Position Summary

J.M. Huber Corporation is a $2B+, 140-year-old portfolio company that operates with the agility of a market disruptor. As a Finance Manager for Huber Engineered Woods (HEW), you will join a high-visibility team where corporate finance and financial modeling help influence corporate strategy. This role is designed for an experienced professional who wants to move beyond standard reporting and into a seat that supports Executive Leadership, Business Strategy, and Risk Management. We are looking for a finance manager who views the three-statement model as a tool for business navigation, not just a monthly requirement. You will act as a critical bridge between data and decision-making, helping our cross-functional partners unlock value and optimize results. At HEW, you will find the stability and intentional culture of a privately held firm, paired with the pace and innovation of an industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Growth:

• Model Design, Optimization, & Ownership: Manage the HEW monthly forecast and annual planning processes within Planful (SAAS planning system); you will be encouraged to evolve our reporting to better capture and predict growth initiatives
• Consultative Partnership: Drive consensus across cross-functional teams by validating inputs and providing the narrative behind financial variances to identify emerging risks and opportunities
• Continuous Improvement: Leverage our technology stack to streamline finance processes, eliminating non-value-add steps to drive efficiency and value across the organization

Strategy & Risk Intelligence:

• Executive Visibility: Synthesize macroeconomic trends, competitor intelligence, and internal metrics into high-impact presentations for the Board of Directors and Executive Leadership
• Advanced Analytics: Perform complex scenario modeling, including profitability optimization, contract structure, and cap ex business cases, that directly informs our long-range strategic planning

Any other duties as assigned

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

• The Foundation: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or CPA preferred. You bring 5-10 years of high-level experience from Corporate Finance, Consulting, or Public Accounting
• Technical Mastery: Proficiency in 3-statement modeling and scenario analysis (DCF, IRR, NPV). You possess a deep understanding of GAAP and an interest in leveraging advanced data tools (Power BI, SQL data warehouses, Alteryx) to solve complex business puzzles

The Mindset:

A results-oriented self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, high-stakes environment. You bring a strong sense of urgency to your work while valuing a culture that respects professional boundaries and long-term career sustainability

Huber Engineered Woods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.