Director of Finance

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Scope of Responsibility: The Director of Finance is an active business partner with the management team. This position will report to the VP of Finance and is responsible for the planning, execution, and oversight of the financial management aspects of the business and will provide strategic financial input to the management team. This person will work collaboratively with leadership to establish long‑range goals, strategies, plans and policies to meet the company's business and financial objectives. Plans, organizes, directs, and controls the accounting and control function for the business, reports operational results and provides management direction to accounting functions. Responsible for budgeting (Operating and Capital), forecasting, and long‑term financial planning processes Responsible for the preparation of the financial reporting and monthly metric package Performs analysis of the company’s actual operating results vs. budget and forecast Monitor expected gross margin through project completion to identify any variances to budget Oversee cost accounting of all jobs, identify efficiency opportunities and make recommendations to management team Responsible for preparation and reporting of business unit sales backlog Analyze financial data to provide insights and recommendations for business improvement Develop and implement financial strategies to support the organization's objectives Continually develop reporting and forecasting tools to better identify business risks and opportunities Develop, maintain and update forecast models of the company’s balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flows to support parent reporting requirements Assist in the development and preparation of financial models, key performance indicators, and other decision support tools to management Work with manufacturing operations to drive continuous improvement and visual metrics Assess ROI & maintenance capital expenditure projects and provide guidance to operations. Work with cross‑functional teams to drive special projects and initiatives Facilitates annual physical inventory audits and acts as liaison with external auditors. Own and manage the month‑end and year‑end closing process and related deadlines Provides guidance and coaching to staff in their professional development Assist accounting staff in researching and documenting accounting issues or errors as they arise and follow through to resolution Ensures compliance with the Company’s accounting policies Where applicable assist in any regulatory or audit requirements Additional duties as assigned Position Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA in Accounting or Finance preferred CPA required Experience: 8-10 years of strong well‑rounded finance & accounting experience and three years of management experience in a financial position with significant financial reporting, analysis responsibility Hands on experience working with manufacturing operations Experience in job‑based/project (percentage of completion) accounting Experience with ERP systems Skills & Abilities: Excellent computer skills, especially in MS Excel and Power Point Superior reasoning and problem‑solving ability Exceptional analytical, statistical, quantitative, and deduction skills Substantial business acumen Strong understanding of business processes and basic corporate finance, management and accounting principles Demonstrates cross‑functional expertise and the ability to thrive in a highly complex environment Ability to meet personal and team monthly, quarterly, and annual financial goals Demonstrates strategic thinking with an entrepreneurial spirit Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including people development/coaching, objective setting, and measurement skills Physical Requirements: Demonstrated ability to work with frequent interruptions in workflow and constantly changing priorities Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time with the ability to move throughout the office or outside the manufacturing site as needed Must be able to perform physical activities that require use of fingers, hands and arms, such as sitting, typing, using office equipment and reaching. Some additional physical activities may require walking, stooping, bending, twisting and handling of materials Position requires manual dexterity, arm‑hand steadiness and a safety‑minded individual Must have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time and be able to observe and receive information from all relevant sources Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing as well as answer telephones and greet customers Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Finance Industry Manufacturing Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Financial Director jobs in Fort Worth, TX . #J-18808-Ljbffr