VP/Director of Finance

at  Robert Half

We are offering an opportunity for a Operations Finance Director to join our team located in Madison, Indiana. The role is within the manufacturing industry and requires a focus on improving productivity and profitability through process improvements and rigorous action with operational scorecards/metrics.

• Drive process improvements and establish action with operational scorecards/metrics in collaboration with Operations and Supply Chain leaders.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts, report and analyze monthly financial performance and closely liaise with plant management to improve operational performance.
• Partner with plant leadership teams to identify and implement opportunities for productivity increase and cost savings.
• Improve the tools and processes used for management reporting to provide timely, relevant financial information for decision-making, aligned with organizational objectives.
• Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including revenue, cost of sales, expenses, capital expenditures, free cash flow, and other relevant areas.
• Provide detailed commentary and presentations on financial performance trends and root cause analysis of forecast/plan variances.
• Oversee cost accounting activities to maintain and improve standard costing processes.
• Support planning to understand capacity versus demand in forecast and strategic plan processes.
• Improve inventory accuracy through monitoring and enforcement of cycle count program.
• Develop and utilize robust analytical tools to identify areas for operational efficiency improvements and cost savings.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing events, Gemba walks and other cost reduction initiatives.
• Provide mentoring, leadership, and development within the finance team.
• Interact effectively with internal and external personnel while maintaining a high level of confidentiality with all information obtained.
• Must possess a minimum of 10 years of experience in a finance leadership role
• Proven expertise in accounting functions and budget processes
• Proficiency in standard cost system and standard cost accounting required
• Experience in lean manufacturing and manufacturing industries
• Ability to develop financial models and perform financial modeling
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree or CPA preferred
• Demonstrated strategic planning and business development skills
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• High ethical standards and professionalism, with a commitment to confidentiality.
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