Director, Finance

Full-time

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Senior finance leader for the Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems division providing end-to-end financial oversight supporting manufacturing operations, corporate reporting, and strategic decision making, while ensuring disciplined cost control and compliance with internal and external requirements.

Essential Functions:

Strategic Financial Leadership

Provide strategic financial leadership for the Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems Division, serving as a key member of the divisional leadership team and trusted advisor to senior management.

Actively participate in the development and execution of divisional business strategies, policies, and operating objectives to support long-term growth and profitability.

Represent the division within corporate finance leadership forums, promoting alignment, best practice sharing, and enterprise-wide financial excellence initiatives.

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead the development of the division's strategic financial plans, annual operating plans, budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial outlooks.

Establish and oversee a disciplined approach to financial analysis, providing actionable business insights to support decision-making and performance improvement.

Evaluate financial performance against strategic and operational objectives, identifying opportunities to strengthen profitability, productivity, and overall business performance.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting processes, ensuring the accurate and timely communication of financial results.

Ensure compliance with corporate financial reporting standards, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.

Establish and maintain effective financial and managerial controls to safeguard company assets and support sound governance practices.

Manufacturing Finance & Operational Performance

Provide leadership for all manufacturing finance and cost accounting activities, including product costing, inventory valuation, and operational performance analysis.

Partner with operations leadership to identify and implement initiatives that reduce costs, improve productivity, optimize resource utilization, and enhance margins.

Establish and maintain financial analysis and cost accounting practices that support operational excellence and informed business decisions.

Business Partnership & Strategic Decision Support

Collaborate with operations, engineering, supply chain, commercial, and other functional leaders to drive business performance and strategic initiatives.

Lead financial evaluation and decision support for capital investments, productivity initiatives, and business growth opportunities.

Provide financial insight and guidance to support strategic planning, resource allocation, and long-term value creation.

Governance, Risk Management & Internal Controls

Establish and maintain a robust framework of internal controls, financial governance processes, and risk management practices.

Ensure compliance with corporate policies, audit requirements, regulatory standards, and financial control procedures.

Oversee inventory accounting, asset management, and related controls to ensure the integrity and protection of company assets.

Finance Operations Leadership

Provide executive oversight of core finance and accounting functions, including general accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and related financial operations.

Ensure the finance organization is appropriately structured and resourced to support current and future business requirements.

People Leadership & Organizational Development

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance organization, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Recruit, develop, and retain finance talent while supporting succession planning and leadership development initiatives.

Champion process improvement, organizational capability building, and the adoption of finance best practices across the division.

Education and Training

Bachelor's degree in Business / Finance, CPA and MBA preferred.
Minimum Qualifications

Accomplished finance executive with a minimum of 10 - 15 years of significant experience leading finance organizations within complex manufacturing environments.

2-5 years as a Division Controller with multi-plant responsibilities.

Demonstrated expertise in FP&A, cost accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, operational finance, and strategic business partnering.

Proven track record of driving profitability, operational improvements, and organizational transformation in multi-site operations.

Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership, challenge assumptions, and translate financial information into actionable business decisions.

Experience developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

CPA and/or MBA preferred.

Physical Demands

Frequent sitting, work at computer for extended periods of time.

Environmental Conditions

Office setting.

Minimal exposure to R&D lab and manufacturing setting.

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Behavioral Traits

Strong interpersonal /leadership skills

Ability to work in a Team environment is required.

Demonstrated strategic thinker with general business knowledge in a related industry.

* This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Benefits
We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.

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