Sr. Director, Division Finance

alamogroupexternal; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamo Group seeks a Senior Finance leader to standardize financial reporting across operating entities and support corporate strategy. The role partners with Group Controllers and the VP, Corporate Finance to drive profitable growth and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting.

Responsibilities include consolidation of statements, budgeting, and aiding M&A activities, with strong emphasis on ERP upgrades and process automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field is required; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing or similar industry.
• Demonstrated success leading finance across multiple business units and aligning teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead standardization of financial reporting across entities in partnership with Group Controllers and VP of Corporate Finance.
• Collaborate to execute company strategy and achieve financial targets.
• Support VP Division Finance with strategic counsel to Executive VPs for profitable growth.
• Direct preparation and consolidation of financial statements, reports, forecasts, and budgets.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial analysis

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Executive communication

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Working Conditions:

Primarily in an office environment indoors with frequent sitting for extended periods of time with occasional walking in and around a non-climate-controlled metal manufacturing plant. May be required to travel (frequently) by automobile and/or common air carrier, with overnight stays (travel ~ 15-20%). Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of 10 pounds, stooping, reaching, and bending in performance of financial and administrative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the standardization of financial reporting and analysis across operating entities, group entities, and Corporate in partnership with Group Controllers and the Vice President, Corporate Finance.

• Collaborate with Group Controllers to execute company strategy and achieve financial targets.

• Support the Vice President, Division Finance in providing strategic counsel and financial insight to Executive Vice Presidents to drive profitable growth.

• Direct the preparation and consolidation of financial statements, business activity reports, forecasts, and annual budgets for Alamo Group's operating entities.

• Support mergers and acquisitions at the division and corporate levels, including evaluation of potential acquisitions and divestitures, due diligence, and post-transaction integration.

• Partner with Corporate Accounting to prepare materials supporting internal and external audits.

• Establish and maintain internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

• Lead or participate in finance digitalization initiatives, including ERP upgrades and process automation.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and economic principles, financial markets, banking, and financial analysis and reporting, including cost accounting, GAAP, and IFRS.

• Strong command of strategic planning, resource allocation, and financial planning principles.

• Demonstrated ability to lead change, diagnose complex problems, evaluate alternatives and their relative costs and benefits, and implement effective solutions.

• Proven capacity to constructively challenge the status quo across multiple entities and at the enterprise level.

• Exceptional collaboration skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with peers and senior leaders.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely. Proficiency in developing and delivering executive-level PowerPoint presentations is preferred.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and standard business software.

• Ability to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays, as financial reporting schedules require.

Core Leadership Competencies

• Leading Change: Drives continuous improvement in team, division, and corporate performance through people, balancing change with sustained business results.

• Leading People: Develops talent to its full potential and upholds the highest ethical standards.

• Communication: Articulates and advocates ideas persuasively, negotiates effectively, and builds strong internal and external networks.

• Business Acumen: Interprets financial results and metrics and deploys human, financial, and information resources effectively.

• Results Driven: Makes timely, well-informed decisions and delivers results with accountability and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is required; MBA and/or CPA is preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience is required, preferably within a publicly traded manufacturing organization.

• Demonstrated success leading finance across multiple business units or divisions and aligning diverse teams around unified operational goals.