The Director of Finance is accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company, to include the overseeing and directing of financial goals, objectives and budgets, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.

Functions/Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance, Purchasing, and Human Resources functions of the organization.
• Manage financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive team.
• Analyze cash flow, cost controls and expenses.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and local, state and federal regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
• Ensure the distribution of timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends and forecasts.
• Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the Finance team as well as provide individuals with professional and personal growth.

Experience and Skills:

Competencies:

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and dependability.
• Results oriented strategic thinker and planner.
• Experience with federal, state and local tax requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, written communication and organization skills.
• 10+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles.
• CPA & tax experience is required.
• Must have the ability to multitask and be self-motivated.

Experience:

The desired candidate will have experience with Windows and Microsoft Office, as well as Great Plains

• Manage monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet
• prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to access accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Analyze business operations, trends costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice
• Report to management regarding the finances of establishment.
• Prepare, calculate and comply with debt covenant reporting
• Treasury management. Close coordination with FP&A team.
• Administer business risk insurance requirements with team.
• Establish tables of accounts, and assign entries to proper accounts.
• Develop, maintain and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend, develop and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
• Advise management about issues such as resource utilization, tax strategies, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts.
• Provide internal and external auditing services for businesses.
• Appraise, evaluate and inventory real property and equipment, recording information such as the property's description, value and location.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with minimum 5 years experience. CPA and manufacturing experience preferred.

Salary plus 10% bonus

Major Responsibilities

• Coordinates, consolidates, and analyzes financial plans and projections and provides information to management under minimal direction.

• Analyzes and interprets actual performance to plan, explains key variances, and makes recommendations for action.

• Assist with month end closing, year-end audits, ad-hoc requests, and other corporate mandates.

• Responsible for assisting with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts, through training process owners, providing assistance with documentation, performing reviews, and completing testing as necessary.

• Accountable for critically analyzing processes and controls, identifying deficiencies, and assisting with remediation efforts.

  Desired Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance CPA preferred

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing setting.

• They will consider candidate’s coming straight from public accounting.

• Very strong analytical skills,

• Good leadership skills with the ability to clearly communicate a vision, educate individuals and teams, and influence decisions.

• Advance Excel skills, including advanced proficiency in developing financial models and graphs.

• Proficient in working with cost systems and databases.

• Effective written and verbal communications.

• Proven skills in effectively interacting with others.

• Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimal supervision.

• Experience in general supervision and project management.

• Proven experience in a manufacturing company including a working knowledge of cost management systems, target costing principles, and financial evaluation tools and techniques.

Salary plus up to 5% bonus.

Position Description and Key Responsibilities

The company is seeking a candidate that is motivated, versatile, and highly organized. The main duties of this position will be serving as assistant controller for three dairy operations, a feedlot operation, a small farming company, and will include involvement in a real estate holdings company. Our office consists of other team members in this role and would report to the current controller for the operations listed above.

• Monthly financial statement preparation of the three dairy operations and 1 feedlot including account analysis and reconciliation

• Quarterly financial statement preparation of the farming operation including account analysis and reconciliation

• Oversee the reporting and accounting of any new construction projects for these operations

• Create and maintain annual operating and capital budgets

• Responsible for managing operational data and ensuring data integrity and accuracy, includes both data originating from site of operations and data prepared by our office team

• Work closely with the Group Controller and other accounting staff on daily finance and accounting activities

• Assist in year-end closing and preparation for annual CPA prepared reviews and tax returns

• Miscellaneous projects and analysis as needed

• Occasional travel required, typically 2-3 days of travel, semi-annually, as locations are located in Iowa and South Dakota

  Ideal Candidate

• 4 year accounting degree

• 6+ years of experience, public accounting experience or MBA preferred

• Energetic and positive personality that takes pride in ownership

• Must be a meticulous self-starter and have the ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet deadlines

• Confident person with strong communication skills who is able to get along with people of various backgrounds

• Well organized and detail oriented

• Must possess strong analytical skills as well as solid understanding of costing and manufacturing accounting

• Understand processes, controls, and business risks and possess the mindset to look for improvements

• Must embrace technology and be able to adapt to changes in it as its often a tool used to improve processes and gain efficiencies. Strong MS Office skills preferred (Outlook, Excel)

• A team player who enjoys working in a small business culture

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates on cross functional teams and acts as the primary finance liaison for several functional areas of the organization (HR, IT, Marketing & Sales)
• Responsible for developing analyses and driving projects that improve the overall financial performance of the organization
• Performs financial analyses including but not limited to: Pricing, customer profitability, Sales & Gross Profit & Operating Expenses
• Participates on due diligence teams evaluating potential acquisition targets
• Develops monthly and quarterly financial review decks for senior management
• Assist in the development of an annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Assists in the preparation of monthly financial statements, including the consolidation of foreign subsidiaries
• Assist in the monthly accounting close with the preparation of journal entries, reconciliations and associated analysis
• Other ad hoc analysis & duties as requested by management

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• BS/BA in Finance or Accounting. CPA a plus.
• Candidate will be self-motivated and able to execute independently with the ability to demonstrate sound judgment and resourcefulness in decision making and problem solving
• Candidate will think independently and be talented at developing new processes and identifying areas for process improvement as well as be able to tactfully present these ideas to stakeholders
• An articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization including the Global Leadership Team members and Business Managers.
• Excellent computer skills, e.g. Excel, Power Point, Outlook
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities while working with a sense of urgency
• Effective Communication Skills (Written & Verbal) with the ability to influence and persuade at all levels of the organization
• 3-5 years professional finance/accounting experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX, Atlas & Management Reporter
• Ability to design and develop financial reporting and associated analysis using BI and ERP software
• International experience preferred

Salary plus 4.5 to 5% Bonus

Responsible for running daily reports, audit contracts, apply payments, create credit memos, manage accounts and support customers.

Associate Degree in Accounting or Bachelor's Degree in Business preferred. Knowledge of Great Plains and Salesforce software is a plus but not required.

Job Description:

• Prepare, review and analysis of financial and statistical reports for internal and external purposes.
• Review and analyze operating and capital budget data.
• Treasury management; cash flow management, credit line analysis and bank relationship management
• Financial statement analysis for parent company and subsidiaries
• Manage the day to day activities of the accounting department (including commissions accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger) to ensure the accurate and timely dissemination of financial information
• Provide technical financial support for implementation and managing of accounting systems.
• Oversee accounting staff, provide direction and leadership, and develop, motivate, supervise and train.
• Oversee daily operations, month-end closing, system changes and various special projects.
• Communicate and build relationships with vendors, customers, banks/financial Institutions and CPA firm(s).
• Oversee, manage and assist in posting journal entries, analyzing and reconciling general ledger accounts, performing month-end closing functions, generating financial and statistical reports.
• Manage machinery and parts inventory, including month end inventory reconciliations, implementation of automated inventory system, monitoring of lab and consignment machines.
• Manage and monitor foreign exchange exposure, including hedging of orders, coordinating hedging activity with Sales Department, weekly analysis of orders/fx-contract status.
• Manage and monitor cash accounts, including monthly cash flow projections, cash account reconciliations and foreign currency cash transactions.
• Oversee, manage and monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions, ensure timely billing and process of invoices and payments, monthly reconciliations of A/P in a coordinated effort with divisions/departments and other vendors/suppliers.
• Negotiate and collect on large receivable balances
• Assist sales personnel with accurate and timely order entry process, monitor and oversee price calculation, create and provide reports for gross profit and break-even analysis.
• Assist with purchase order process for equipment and spare parts, manage and monitor proper recording and reconciliation of purchase orders, communicate and negotiate pricing and terms with vendors.
• Assists Chief Financial Officer with other financial projects as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting with 4+ years of public accounting, audit, industry experience with foreign exchanges. Also managing full cycle general ledger activities. CPA required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Billing of Customers

· Online billing of high volume customers

· Research and analyze billing questions and disputes

· Analyze customer payments for cash application personnel

· Document changes to billing processes

Collection of Past-Due Receivables

· Closely review Accounts Receivable aging reports and determine appropriate action to be taken on delinquent accounts

· Issue weekly reminder emails and phone customers as required

· Maintain Customer contact data base

· Ensure that collection of all delinquent accounts receivable items are completed in a timely manner to enhance prompt turnover of receivables to cash

· Take appropriate action on collection irregularities including payment discrepancies, unearned discounts, and pricing errors

 Prepare refund documentation as required
· As requested produce accounts receivable reports that detail accounts receivable activity on assigned A/R Portfolio

· Review Past due accounts with Manager for additional action

Associates Degree with a minimum 2 years of Commercial Credit and Collection experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the process timeline, management and global consolidation of the AOP, strategic and operational planning, forecasting, strategic projects and monthly/quarterly/annual results.
• Maintain and further evolve a complex financial model that governs the company's operating plan and long-range projections including detailed analysis to support those projections.
• Evaluate profit and cost efficiencies in various areas of the organization.
• Provide in-depth analysis of risk and opportunities, sales performance, pricing trends and business direction with more direct focus on one or more of the Regional business segments.
• Identify trends and analyze key metrics and presents findings to VP of FP&A and other members of senior management.
• Partner with the company's executive management to develop and refine key assumptions for corporate expenses and Bachecapital expenditures.
• Establish strong relationships with the FP&A and Controlling teams at the KION Group level to ensure transparency and timely reporting to the KION Group.
• Working with the Finance Leadership Team, refine the monthly financial reporting package and lead the execution of this important monthly deliverable.
• Develop and/or mentor one or more financial analysts.
• Partner with key stakeholders to solicit feedback to develop and implement step level improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity of reporting.
• Identify and implement improvements to monthly/quarterly variance analysis of results against the AOP and close visibility gap.
• Improve on tools utilized by site management to run business; Recommend and implement corrective actions.Denior
• Ensures smooth execution of monthly Operations Review presentations.
• Support the financial assessment, presentation and approval process for large, multi-departmental projects.
• Manage and refine the development and execution of monthly and quarterly presentations focused on the operations of Dematic.

DESIRED CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Success Indicators:

• Excellent financial modeling and analytical skills for budgeting and forecasting combined with a strong attention to detail and the ability to present complex information in a usable format to a diverse audience.
• Ability to review and prepare presentations for financial reviews at the Board and senior management levels.
• Strong financial modeling, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel Skills are a must.
• Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking and attention to detail.
• Excellent ability to work with senior executives and manage and develop staff while building trusting relationships and partnerships throughout the organization.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, to build meaningful relationships and to drive for results across functional lines.
• Ability to define, implement, and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines and assist in enforcing compliance with deadlines.
• Process focused with the ability to drive for results in a matrix environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter with the ability to think independently.
• Experience working with SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Knowledge of INFOR or a similar reporting/consolidation tool a plus (e.g. Hyperion).

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 10+ years of related experience, including at least 5 years in a senior role with financial modeling experience for a complex, matrixed, global organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA and/or CPA
• International work experience will be a plus.
• Previous experience in a publicly traded company

Primary Duties:

• Consolidation and review of monthly financial information including analysis of operational performance versus forecast, budget, and prior year
• Lead the development of monthly forecasts and annual corporate financial budget to track financial progress against company objectives
• Continually monitor business performance, creating robust analytics, and processes which facilitate the understanding of business results to provide insight into new trends, opportunities, and risks
• Analyze impact of company-wide initiatives to the P&L
• Communicate and present monthly financial results to senior leadership
• Provide financial support and assistance during month-end close process to not only the FP&A team but to other Finance and non-Finance teams
• Assist with integration of acquired firms into Company’s financials including educating on company policies, controls, and procedures to ensure smooth transition
• Ensure all financial reports and analysis complies with appropriate accounting principles (IFRS and GAAP), company policies and SOX requirements.
• Occasionally travels overnight away from corporate offices, including internationally.
• Strong MS PowerPoint and MS Excel Skills are a must.
• Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking, and attention to detail.
• Able to build trusting relationships and partnerships throughout the organization
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate, and build meaningful relationships to drive for results across functional lines.
• Ability to define, implement, and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines and assist in enforcing compliance with deadlines.
• Strong business communication skills for writing and verbalizing financial commentaries, discussing financial performance in terms of key business drivers, and the ability to simplify complex ideas
• High degree of motivation, intelligence, independent worker mindset with a detail orientation
• Should be a team player with the ability to develop solid working relationships across multiple levels
• A sound level of knowledge in financial accounting and reporting of the controllership function, auditing and financial systems.
• Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter with the ability to think independently
• Experience working with SAP or a similar ERP system
• Knowledge of INFOR or a similar reporting/consolidation tool a plus (e.g. Hyperion)

  DESIRED CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

   

  Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree required with a major in Accounting or Finance
• 5-8+ years in progressive financial accounting and analysis experience is required
• Proven quantitative and analytical abilities