Director of Finance And Accounting

Are you looking for a strategic financial leadership opportunity in a global, dynamic organization where you can really make an impact? We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded Finance Director to lead the finance function for a business unit within a global manufacturing organization. This highly visible leadership position offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted strategic partner to the General Manager, influencing key decisions that drive revenue growth, profitability, and operational performance. The ideal candidate combines strong accounting and financial expertise with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach and the ability to lead teams, challenge assumptions, and translate financial insights into business results. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting & finance leader who wants to move beyond traditional reporting and play an integral role in shaping business strategy. The position is like a mini-CFO and offers broad exposure to senior leadership, ownership of a business unit's financial performance, and meaningful involvement in operational improvements, commercial decisions, and strategic growth initiatives. What are people saying about this company? They invest in their people via training They allow you the independence to do your job without looking over your shoulder. Supportive. Good benefits. Nice culture to work in. Great people. Title: Business Unit Finance Director Location: Fairfield County, CT Salary: $165,000 – $195,000 +Bonus Benefits: Med/Dental/Excellent 401K match/generous PTO Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary financial advisor to the Business Unit GM, helping shape growth strategies, improve margins, and drive business performance. Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and long-range strategic planning, with full ownership of the business unit P&L. Partner with operations and commercial leadership on pricing, productivity, cost optimization, inventory management, and profitability initiatives. Develop sophisticated financial models to evaluate capital investments, new products, make-or-buy decisions, restructuring, and other strategic opportunities. Lead financial aspects of M&A activities, including target evaluation, due diligence, valuation, and integration. Analyze customer and product profitability, sales incentives, and commercial trends to support strategic decision-making. Oversee financial reporting, internal controls, SOX compliance, and adherence to US GAAP. Lead and develop the finance team while collaborating across a matrixed, international organization. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification strongly desired. Approximately 8 – 15 years of progressive accounting & finance experience within a publicly traded manufacturing environment, including financial leadership and team management. Strong background in accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, operations finance, and advanced financial modeling. Experience with manufacturing cost accounting, financial systems, and internal controls. Familiarity with SAP, BlackLine, and OneStream preferred. Experience with international operations, multicurrency reporting, and complex organizational structures. Exceptional communication, analytical, and business partnering skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership. Ability to travel when necessary