Strategic Finance Director: Budgeting, Forecasting & Growth

Sewer Equipment Co of America; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401K

Paid Vacation

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Birthday time off

Job summary

Sewer Equipment Co of America is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the Accounting team in Dixon, IL. The role drives profitability, cash flow, and growth while overseeing IT and financial controls.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, KPI development, and coordinating with the executive team. Requires CPA, 8–10+ years in finance, and manufacturing industry experience. Competitive package with on-site hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA required.
• 8–10+ years progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3–5 years in leadership.
• Manufacturing or industrial equipment industry experience preferred.
• Strong GAAP knowledge, cost/inventory accounting and internal controls.
• Financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and capital project analysis.
• Experience with lender relations and covenants.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budget and rolling forecasts with department leaders.
• Oversee month-end/year-end close and GAAP financial statements.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards covering margin, cost, cash, and operations.
• Manage AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and tax filings; liaise with external auditors.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and ERP/reporting utilization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA required

MBA a plus

Tools

Made2Manage ERP

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Sewer Equipment Co of America is seeking a Director of Finance to lead the Accounting team in Dixon, IL. The role drives profitability, cash flow, and growth while overseeing IT and financial controls.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, KPI development, and coordinating with the executive team. Requires CPA, 8–10+ years in finance, and manufacturing industry experience. Competitive package with on-site hours.