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Posted June 19, 2026
Robert Half

Finance Manager

Ottawa, IL 61350-9687, US Full Time
Compensation: $75 to $125 Yearly

Finance Manager,

• Thought leader within the division delivering innovative, high value-add financial information and supporting analysis to assist in the development and execution of both the strategic and annual operating plans (“AOP”).

• Effective communication and coordination of the exchange of financial information to key stakeholders at corporate, division, and business unit levels to provide insight to develop, monitor, and achieve financial objectives.

• Responsible for the interpretation of complex financial information and problematic situations by providing solutions that ensure the protection of company assets and overall enterprise value.

• Oversee planning, forecasting, and consolidation of reporting for the division, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all financial data including P& L, balance sheet, cash flow, and other supplemental schedules.

• Lead, analyze, and present financial models to leadership with key metrics to drive both short and long-term business decisions.

• Evaluate projects that support additional investment or enhance the development of assets or resources that will drive profitable growth.

• Identify and leverage divisional best practices to improve pricing, cost position, primary working capital and cash utilization, and debt management to maximize enterprise value.

• Assist in the implementation and effective utilization of our financial reporting tool (Adaptive) and potential ERP conversions.

• Develop and administer policies and procedures for effective fiscal control and administration as it pertains to US GAAP and other financial reporting standards.

• Oversee all tax, audit and regulatory matters as it pertains to the division.

• Influence and drive a culture of accountability and execution utilizing our “5I’s” core values.

• Identify, lead, and develop talent to maximize individual, team, and organizational effectiveness.

• Perform various ad hoc analyses as requested.

• Maintain a deep knowledge of the markets and industries of the business units.

• Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that program and organizational risks are minimized.

• Establish internal work processes for financial department and monitor their progress.


Benefits: PTO and 401K


Qualifications:

  • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA or CPA highly preferred.
  • 7 to 10+ years of progressive financial management experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, corporate governance, and implementation of internal controls.
  • Demonstrated manufacturing knowledge and experience with a minimum of 2 years of plant controller experience.
  • Experience as a power user or administrator in a financial reporting system, i.e. Hyperion or Adaptive is required.
  • Experience working with ERP systems is required, previous implementation experience is highly desired.
  • High business acumen with demonstrated ability to partner with cross functional executive leaders to drive accountability and transform organizational cultures.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and coach others.
  • An entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for driving substantial change and business process improvement across multiple business units.
  • Exceptional knowledge of MS Excel and proficient use of Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ability to travel when necessary, ~30% travel or more.
  • Strong leadership, technology, and analytical skills.

·      Outstanding integrity, solid moral judgment, and the ability to make important decisions under pressure.


Compensation

$75,000.00-$125,000.00 Yearly

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