Finance Manager

Jobot; Park Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong bonus structure

Hybrid schedule

Real influence on business decisions

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Park Forest, IL, is seeking a Finance Leader to oversee financial operations. This senior role involves P&L management, budgeting, and partnering with senior leadership to drive profitability. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Finance and over 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. A hybrid work schedule and a strong bonus structure are offered, making it an exciting opportunity for finance professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong cost accounting background with exposure to inventory and fixed assets.
• Ability to partner effectively with non-finance leaders.

Responsibilities

• Own the financial leadership for the manufacturing division.
• Act as a finance partner to operations and plant leadership.
• Lead cost accounting activities, including variance analysis.

Skills

Finance leadership

Cost accounting

Budget management

Forecasting

P&L reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA preferred

CPA, CFA, CMA, or FRM strongly preferred

Job description

Overview

Hybrid Work Schedule! Growing Manufacturing Company! This Jobot Job is hosted by Kevin Shilney. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary $100,000 - $130,000 per year.

A Bit About Us

A well-established manufacturing organization with both domestic and international operations. This is a high-visibility finance leadership role supporting a core business unit and partnering closely with operations and senior leadership.

Why join us?

• Senior-level, hands-on finance role with real influence on business decisions
• Direct partnership with the Senior Director of Finance and the General Manager
• Strong bonus structure, 20% target incentive tied to EBITA, with consistent payouts above target
• Opportunity to lead and develop cost accounting and finance talent
• Hybrid schedule, 3 days onsite 2 WFH

Role Responsibilities

• Own the financial leadership for the manufacturing division, including P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Act as a finance business partner to operations and plant leadership, driving cost control, margin improvement, and profitability
• Lead cost accounting activities, including standard costing, variance analysis, and allocation of direct and indirect costs
• Manage and develop the cost accountant and support broader finance team initiatives
• Oversee fixed assets and inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, obsolescence, and excess or slow-moving inventory
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to optimize working capital and inventory strategy
• Build financial models to support capital investments, pricing decisions, and business initiatives
• Support international sales activity, including revenue forecasting, pricing strategy, margin analysis, and foreign currency exposure
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, financial reporting standards, tax requirements, and internal controls
• Coordinate audits and support internal and external reporting needs

Background / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, MBA preferred
• CPA, CFA, CMA, or FRM strongly preferred
• 5+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment
• Strong cost accounting background with exposure to inventory and fixed assets
• Experience owning budgets, forecasts, and P&L reporting
• International sales or global finance exposure is a plus
• Ability to partner effectively with non-finance leaders and translate financial data into business decisions

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