BASIC FUNCTIONS

We are seeking a strategic, hands-on Director, Global Finance to lead our worldwide financial planning and analysis (FP&A), cost accounting, and accounting operations. This role will be instrumental in shaping our global financial strategy, delivering accurate and timely insights, and ensuring operational excellence across closing and reporting cycles.
As a key member of the global finance leadership team, this person will embody and promote our True North Values: Open-Mindedness, Competence, Confidence, Collaboration, Integrity, and Results, while driving sustainable growth and operational excellence across our organization’s international footprint.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 8–10+ years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, business modeling, and cost accounting
• Hands-on experience managing monthly financial closes and producing GAAP-compliant financials
• Advanced Excel and ERP/reporting system proficiency (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Power BI)

Preferred:

• CPA strongly preferred; MBA is a plus
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or product-based global environment
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence decision-making at all organizational levels
• Strong knowledge and experience with SAP and Power BI

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the development of global annual budgets, long-range plans, and quarterly forecasts in alignment with strategic goals across all regions
• Create and maintain global financial models and dashboards that provide visibility into business performance, risks, and opportunities
• Deliver monthly and quarterly global financial reviews with actionable insights and clear recommendations
• Collaborate with business unit and regional leaders to translate operational strategies into measurable financial outcomes

Financial Close, Cost Accounting & Reporting

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual global close processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency
• Lead and mentor the cost accounting team to ensure accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and margin analysis.
• Partner with the accounting team to maintain the integrity of financial statements under U.S. GAAP and applicable international standards
• Implement process improvements to shorten the close cycle and enhance both consolidated and regional reporting capabilities
• Prepare global internal management reports and provide financial input for board and leadership presentations

Leadership & Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team by providing global financial guidance and scenario modeling to support strategic decisions
• Lead and develop a high-performing, globally distributed finance team through coaching, collaboration, and alignment with company values
• Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement across all finance functions worldwide

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to support accurate financial reporting and reduce risk across all regions
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax requirements, and audit procedures in the U.S. and internationally
• Work closely with external auditors and ensure timely completion of all global audit and compliance activities