CFO Finance & Accounting

Finance Manager (43233) Our client is an organization in the Milwaukee area looking for a Finance Manager . Our client is seeking a finance professional with a strong accounting foundation to support treasury operations, consolidated financial reporting, and strategic business initiatives. This position offers significant exposure to executive leadership, banking relationships, and acquisition-related activities as the organization continues to grow. The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and comfortable working across departments to provide financial insights that support business decisions.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Oversee daily treasury activities, including cash positioning, liquidity monitoring, and cash management.
Prepare and review daily cash reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records and reporting.
Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts to support short-term and long-term financial planning.
Analyze working capital trends and anticipate changes in cash requirements throughout the year.
Maintain relationships with banking partners and other external financial stakeholders.
Monitor cash balances, funding requirements, and financial obligations to support business operations.
Assist with the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements across multiple entities.
Support consolidation activities, including intercompany transactions, eliminations, and financial reporting adjustments.
Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accurate financial information and timely reporting.
Participate in acquisition-related financial due diligence, including reviewing financial information and identifying potential risks or opportunities.
Support post-acquisition integration activities, including financial reporting, accounting processes, and treasury operations.
Develop financial analyses and models to evaluate business performance, strategic initiatives, and potential investments.
Partner with operational and business leaders to gather financial information, evaluate results, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Prepare financial reports and presentations for executive leadership, banking partners, and other stakeholders.
Analyze financial trends, cash flow performance, and key business drivers to support strategic decision-making.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
Identify opportunities to strengthen treasury processes, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support organizational growth and financial initiatives.
Support special projects related to business expansion, acquisitions, and financial process improvements.

The Finance Manager will possess the following:
5–7 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, treasury, or a related field.

• Strong accounting background with experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Public accounting experience preferred, particularly with manufacturing clients.
• Combination of public accounting and corporate finance or industry accounting experience highly preferred.
• Candidates transitioning directly from public accounting with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience with treasury operations, cash management, or cash flow forecasting preferred.
• Understanding of consolidated financial reporting, including intercompany accounting and eliminations.
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, financial due diligence, or acquisition integration is a plus.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with the ability to evaluate financial trends and business performance.
• Knowledge of working capital management and the factors influencing cash flow.
• GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience collaborating with banking partners, investors, or other external financial stakeholders preferred.
• Ability to translate financial information into practical recommendations that support business objectives.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with financial reporting or ERP systems.
• Adaptable and proactive with an interest in supporting acquisitions, business growth, and strategic financial initiatives.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence decisions without direct supervisory authority.