Director of Finance And Administration

EmbedTek is a Waukesha, Wisconsin based firm that designs and manufactures embedded systems and develops software for OEMs. These systems include deeply embedded computer systems, liquid crystal display (LCD) based products, industrial and factory floor computers, industrial I/O & power control and board level component subsystems.

EmbedTek provides creative solutions that help our customers to be market leaders in their specific field. We become an extension of our customer’s R&D department and develop a thorough understanding of short and long term needs. This allows our customers to focus on their core business while leveraging EmbedTek to incorporate technology that makes their products more compelling in the market.

EmbedTek is part of OwnersEdge, an employee-owned company, allowing employees to share directly in the long-term success of the business. This ownership culture supports engagement, collaboration, and a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

The financial, human resource and information technology functions are critical to EmbedTek’s success in providing quality products to our customers in a timely fashion. The Director of Finance and Administration position is responsible for all financial, legal, Human Resource, IT, and administrative areas of the business.

This position reports to and will work closely with the CEO developing and implementing the strategy of the business, creating financial models and deploying key metrics for the business. This position provides an opportunity to participate in a growing business and to enhance a customer-focused manufacturing environment in support of the company’s strategic growth.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Position has supervisory responsibilities for accounting, IT, and HR departments
• Manage all financial, human resource, information technology, and facility aspects of the business
• Complete month-end closing process and related reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports as needed by the business
• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Manage the cash flow and complete cash projections as needed
• Complete financial analysis as needed by the business
• Direct the use of ERP and related systems used by the company
• Manage all legal relationships for the company
• Actively participate in developing EmbedTek’s strategic direction
• Lead strategic projects as needed
• Oversee all human resource processes and programs, including payroll, benefits in coordination with OwnersEdge
• Develop key processes supportive of the current and future needs of the business
• Develop and mentor managers to support the increasing needs of EmbedTek
• Represent the Company and Ownership team professionally, honestly and ethically in all respects

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with a customer service perspective. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• At least 10 years of hands-on accounting/finance experience
• Over 5 years of public accounting experience is preferred
• Over 5 years of experience in the financial area of a manufacturing/assembly business utilizing an integrated ERP system
• Over 5 years of experience managing human resource and/or information technology functions

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPA certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint programs
• Detail-orientated and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be self-motivated and able to work as a member of a team

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Good written and verbal communication skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.