GHJ
Finance Manager
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A global industrial company is seeking a Finance Manager to support one of its recently acquired business units. This role will report to the Director of Finance and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations while providing insight through financial analysis and reporting. The Finance Manager will play a key role in supporting integration efforts, serve as a strategic partner to the GM, and act as a delegate for the Finance Director in select forums. This position represents a strategic investment in the company's long-term finance leadership pipeline, with potential for the selected candidate to grow into a director-level leader and oversee additional business units. Key Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including Accounts Payable (AP), Cash Application, Customer Invoicing, and general ledger accounting Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and internal controls Act as a key finance stakeholder during post-acquisition integration and operational scale-up Provide data-driven financial insights and recommendations to site leadership and the Finance Director Support the completion of monthly reporting packages Assist with the annual budgeting process and long-term financial planning Communicate financial results and key metrics in a clear, actionable manner to cross-functional stakeholders Mentor and review work completed by the staff accountant Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field CPA or CMA certification preferred Minimum 8 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role Experience in manufacturing, aerospace and defense, or industrial settings; multi-site experience is a plus Strong understanding of GAAP and financial regulations Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment $175,000 - $220,000 a year
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A global industrial company is seeking a Finance Manager to support one of its recently acquired business units. This role will report to the Director of Finance and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations while providing insight through financial analysis and reporting. The Finance Manager will play a key role in supporting integration efforts, serve as a strategic partner to the GM, and act as a delegate for the Finance Director in select forums. This position represents a strategic investment in the company's long-term finance leadership pipeline, with potential for the selected candidate to grow into a director-level leader and oversee additional business units. Key Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day accounting functions including Accounts Payable (AP), Cash Application, Customer Invoicing, and general ledger accounting Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and internal controls Act as a key finance stakeholder during post-acquisition integration and operational scale-up Provide data-driven financial insights and recommendations to site leadership and the Finance Director Support the completion of monthly reporting packages Assist with the annual budgeting process and long-term financial planning Communicate financial results and key metrics in a clear, actionable manner to cross-functional stakeholders Mentor and review work completed by the staff accountant Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field CPA or CMA certification preferred Minimum 8 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role Experience in manufacturing, aerospace and defense, or industrial settings; multi-site experience is a plus Strong understanding of GAAP and financial regulations Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment $175,000 - $220,000 a year