IFG-US is partnering with a client to identify a dynamic, strategic, and hands-on Head of Finance with 8–10+ years of progressive experience to lead and elevate the finance function across multiple business units.
This leader will oversee all financial operations—including cost accounting, working capital management, and financial reporting—while collaborating closely with operations to drive margin improvements and optimize processes.
The Head of Finance will oversee and monitor AR/AP performance and controls without directly processing transactions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Oversight
- Provide oversight for centralized Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and net working capital performance.
- Establish and maintain robust internal controls and financial discipline throughout all business entities.
- Lead the development and execution of cash management strategies and liquidity planning.
Cost Accounting & Operations Partnership
- Analyze BOMs, inventory flows, and production variances to proactively identify and address inefficiencies.
- Collaborate with operations to align costs, drive margin improvements, and strengthen financial controls.
- Develop and continuously refine accurate cost models across SKUs and business units.
- Support and drive margin optimization and pricing strategy initiatives.
Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare comprehensive audit reporting packages and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors for both financial and bank audits.
- Ensure timely and accurate production of quarterly shareholder reports.
- Oversee preparation of year-end tax reporting materials.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with all relevant accounting standards and banking requirements.
Systems & Process Optimization
- Oversee and optimize financial systems across multiple ERP platforms, including:
- Sage 50
- Sage 100
- QuickBooks Online
- Lead ERP integration enhancements and champion process automation initiatives.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the finance function.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 8–10+ years of progressive finance experience, with strong cost accounting background.
- CPA strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to build, motivate, and lead high-performing teams.
- Strong experience in manufacturing cost accounting.
- Advanced Excel skills; strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Experience working across multiple ERP systems (Sage 50, Sage 100, QuickBooks Online required).
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of discretion and professionalism.
Ideal Candidate
- Strategic thinker who is also willing to get hands-on in the details.
- Strong operational mindset with a passion for improving margins.
- Comfortable working in a multi-entity environment.
- Highly analytical with strong cash flow and working capital management experience.