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18 results for Director Accounting in Waukesha, WI

Accounting Manager

Johnson Creek, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy of our financial records. This role is integral to maintaining compliance with accounting standards and supporting strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis. Based in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, this position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the financial health of the organization. Responsibilities:• Prepare and analyze journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger records and document business transactions.• Establish and manage new accounts as needed to ensure proper financial tracking.• Generate and review month-end reports to provide valuable insights for management.• Lead the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and conduct detailed account analyses.• Assess financial data to summarize assets, liabilities, and equity, ensuring the accuracy of profit and loss statements and other financial reports.• Oversee the entry, verification, and control of journal entries within the general ledger.• Identify and correct errors in subsidiary journals and integrate corrected data into the general ledger.• Execute monthly closing processes, including unbilled revenue and billing analysis, to maintain financial accuracy.• Reconcile financial accounts, including bank accounts, and resolve discrepancies effectively.• Manage the fixed asset program, including construction in progress and monthly depreciation calculations.
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Waukesha, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations related to accounts receivable and accounts payable in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role involves managing daily transactions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and maintaining accuracy across all financial processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Controller to uphold strong internal controls and drive efficient workflows. For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless. Responsibilities:• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable operations to ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions.• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other key documents to assess the company’s financial position.• Develop and implement internal control procedures to enhance financial reliability and compliance.• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate journal entries and reconciliations.• Collaborate with the Credit/Collections Analyst to manage overdue accounts and maintain effective collection strategies.• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize workflows and enhance system automation.• Facilitate sales tax audits and ensure compliance with exemption certificate records.• Assign and review tasks for accounting staff, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.• Provide training and guidance to team members to improve performance and maintain high standards.• Address additional duties as required to support financial operations.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Waukesha, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a growing construction company in the Waukesha County area to identify an experienced Senior Accountant for a key role on their corporate accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who combines strong technical accounting skills with a proactive, improvement-focused mindset. For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of public accounting foundation and 3+ years of industry experience, along with an interest in change management, process improvement, and long-term growth within a private equity-backed organization. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys partnering with operations, strengthening accounting processes, and helping support a business through continued expansion.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Partner with operational teams to review contract activity and apply appropriate revenue recognition treatment in accordance with ASC 606</li><li>Prepare and post monthly journal entries and complete reconciliations for key balance sheet and income statement accounts</li><li>Oversee fixed asset accounting, including asset setup, depreciation, retirements, and supporting schedules</li><li>Manage lease accounting activities under ASC 842 and identify opportunities to enhance processes, controls, and supporting systems</li><li>Coordinate documentation and schedules for external audits, tax filings, regulatory reviews, and other compliance-related requests</li><li>Assist in developing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Support preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting, budgets, and forecasts</li><li>Monitor cash activity and assist with cash flow forecasting</li><li>Analyze monthly financial results against budget and forecast, and communicate key variances and trends to leadership</li><li>Participate in special projects and recommend process improvements that drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability</li></ul>
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Menomonee Falls, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and supporting payroll activities. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial health of a global manufacturing organization while driving process improvements and efficiency. For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless. Responsibilities:• Oversee the payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely calculations and compliance with company policies and legal regulations.• Record daily financial transactions and reconcile accounts to maintain accuracy and completeness in the general ledger.• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing financial reports and ensuring timely submission of accurate data.• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoicing, collections, and vendor payments.• Collaborate with the Finance Manager to enhance financial systems, processes, and procedures for improved reporting and operational efficiency.• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.• Maintain organized and accurate financial documentation to support audits and internal controls.• Support budgeting and financial planning activities by providing data analysis and projections.• Provide financial insights and assistance to internal stakeholders across various departments.• Serve as a backup for accounts payable functions and assist with other operational needs as required.
2026-05-04T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Menomonee Falls, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee essential financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the organization's accounting processes. This position requires a detail-oriented individual capable of managing financial reporting, audits, and compliance while contributing to strategic planning and budgeting. Responsibilities: • Supervise monthly financial closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. • Prepare and analyze financial statements, maintaining compliance with accounting standards. • Reconcile balance sheets and accounts to ensure data accuracy and consistency. • Facilitate external audits by coordinating with auditors and providing necessary documentation. • Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency. • Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard financial data and ensure regulatory compliance. • Lead the development of budgets and forecasts to support organizational strategic goals. • Review and audit manufacturing project data to identify and resolve discrepancies. • Record and adjust journal entries to maintain the precision of financial information.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Cudahy, WI
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Temporary to Hire
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Cudahy, Wisconsin in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports daily financial operations through transaction processing, remittance handling, and invoice-related activities while partnering closely with the credit and finance team. The role offers a mix of onsite and remote work after initial training and is well suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a steady volume of accounting tasks. Responsibilities: • Generate treasury-related reporting to support daily cash visibility and financial tracking. • Manage incoming remittance activity and ensure payments are recorded accurately and on time. • Process a high volume of daily ACH and wire transactions with strong attention to detail. • Review and complete invoice submissions through designated processing portals. • Administer credit card payment activity and maintain accurate supporting records. • Provide cross-functional support for accounts receivable operations and cash application tasks as needed. • Assist the finance team with activities connected to the upcoming D365 implementation when applicable. • Participate in onboarding and training during the initial onsite period to build familiarity with team processes and systems.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Milwaukee, WI
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a finance team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in a Long-term Contract position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day transaction processing with account analysis, documentation, and collaboration across departments. The role will support core accounting operations by helping maintain accurate financial records, timely payments, receivables activity, and audit-ready reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle by entering invoice details, confirming approvals, assigning proper accounting codes, and coordinating payment processing through checks, electronic payments, and wire transactions. • Track disbursement activity by updating payment logs, balancing check registers, and ensuring supporting records remain complete and accurate. • Compile payment reporting for approval, verifying that outstanding items and completed payments align with internal records before release. • Record incoming funds from cash, checks, and electronic sources, and post receipts accurately to the appropriate accounts, including transactions received at the front desk. • Prepare journal entries and post them to the general ledger with correct account, department, and program coding. • Create and send customer or departmental invoices based on billing requests and established recurring schedules, while monitoring related receivable activity. • Maintain spreadsheets and internal tracking tools that support departmental reporting, transaction monitoring, and financial follow-up. • Reconcile bank accounts, ledger balances, and vendor-related billings to identify discrepancies and keep financial data current. • Provide support for payroll-related administration, respond to routine questions from employees or vendors, and assist with audit documentation, reporting requests, and other finance projects as needed.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a professional services client in the recruiting for a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day transactional accounting and play a key part in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, assisting with month-end close, and preparing internal reports for leadership. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working with financial data in a fast-paced environment. This is a permanent placement opportunity offering a hybrid work schedule, flexible core hours, 3+ weeks vacation, 401k match, profit sharing, annual bonus eligibility and competitive health insurance package. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and record daily financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable,</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, reclassifications, and account analysis</li><li>Prepare and distribute internal financial reports for management, highlighting key trends and variances</li><li>Support account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and ensure proper coding and documentation</li><li>Assist in maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Support audits by providing requested documentation and schedules</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency within the accounting function</li></ul>
2026-05-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Germantown, WI
remote
Temporary / Contract
29.45 - 34.1 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a manufacturing operation in Germantown, Wisconsin through a period of organizational change and continued growth. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in bringing greater structure to accounting records, improving general ledger accuracy, and helping establish clear financial separation across reporting periods and business activity. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a busy environment, partnering with accounting leadership, and handling detailed month-end responsibilities with precision. Responsibilities: • Lead month-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries to maintain timely and accurate financial reporting. • Review and organize general ledger activity to clarify financial records and improve the separation of transactions across accounting periods. • Perform account reconciliations and bank reconciliations, researching discrepancies and resolving outstanding items efficiently. • Support efforts to distinguish historical financial activity from current records so reporting is more accurate and easier to manage. • Partner with accounting leadership and other stakeholders to assess existing processes and strengthen day-to-day accounting controls. • Assist with establishing accounting structure for plant-related operations, including setting up financial records to support ongoing reporting needs. • Contribute to cleanup and alignment work tied to prior system changes where needed, ensuring accounting data remains reliable and usable. • Provide hands-on accounting support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a focus on accuracy, organization, and continuity.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 87000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role focuses on managing grant programs, overseeing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with program policies. The ideal candidate will excel in financial analysis, forecasting, and reconciliation while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting program operations. Responsibilities: • Oversee the management and reporting of various grant programs, including financial and program documentation, ensuring timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and final reports. • Maintain and update program documentation to ensure compliance and proper substantiation of operations. • Monitor financial results against budgets, communicating findings to relevant stakeholders to prevent overspending. • Conduct analysis and forecasting of financial positions, ensuring budget compliance and communicating results to appropriate personnel. • Review financial transactions, including invoices, travel reports, and timesheets, to ensure adherence to policies and initiate corrective actions for non-compliance. • Manage grant monitoring reviews and provide required information for program evaluations. • Administer fixed asset accounting, including monthly transactions, purchases, disposals, and inventory management, ensuring compliance with regulations. • Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews to maintain accurate financial records. • Support month-end close processes and prepare journal entries to ensure timely reporting. • Utilize financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft Excel to enhance reporting and analysis.
2026-04-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role is essential in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting key financial processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a commitment to excellence, and a proactive approach to improving financial operations. Responsibilities: • Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly, review daily cash receipts, and perform quarterly reconciliation of subsequent receipts. • Prepare, record, and verify journal entries while identifying and resolving discrepancies within the general ledger. • Oversee and enhance internal controls, ensuring adherence to accounting procedures and practices. • Manage and maintain insurance policies, including requesting certificates of insurance as needed. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements, as well as organizational policies. • Create, analyze, and present monthly and ad-hoc financial reports to support decision-making processes. • Collaborate with internal and external auditors by preparing workpapers and documentation for audits. • Assist in the annual budgeting process, year-end close activities, and variance analysis. • Serve as a backup for accounts payable functions and provide general support to the Director of Finance and Analytics. • Update and maintain the department’s policy and procedure manual to reflect current practices.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Brookfield, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant for a growing service company in Brookfield. This is a hybrid role offering 2 days remote. Job Responsibilities:• Ownership of 10th cycle commissions• Corporate Credit Card expense management (Brex). Create and book Journal Entries to record the expenses, ensures users are completing expense reports properly, etc.• Ownership of Accounts Payable• Daily Cash reconciliation and Journal Entries (Bank to G/L)• Prepare and book various Journal Entries in Sage Intacct for Month End Close• Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations and Accrual Analysis• Various Month End duties as assigned• Complete Monthly and Quarterly SALT returns• Assist with gathering financial information needed for the annual Audit• Develop strong proficiency in Sage Intacct system and accurately record transactions• Ad hoc Analysis as requested• Maintain safe custody of assets and financial records• Maintain adequate accounting policies, procedures, and controls• Process Improvements and Kaizen within the Finance Team• Other duties as assigned
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. This role is integral to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while supporting critical decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills and attention to detail to lead financial close activities, prepare detailed reports, and maintain compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless. Responsibilities:• Lead and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Reconcile general ledger accounts and analyze balances to maintain accuracy and compliance with established policies.• Prepare and review financial statements, providing insights into trends, variances, and potential issues.• Develop and maintain detailed financial, costing, and operational reports to support organizational decision-making.• Conduct complex bank and account reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and ensuring resolution.• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations.• Manage fixed asset records, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliation to the general ledger.• Contribute to process improvements and the documentation of accounting procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.• Assist in budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis to support financial performance tracking.• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure reliable financial information and compliance.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Junior Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
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Temporary / Contract
22.9615 - 26.587 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a finance team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in a long-term contract position. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting team member who enjoys working with core ledger activities, reconciliations, reporting, and budget support in a collaborative environment. The role offers exposure to a wide range of accounting functions while partnering closely with finance leadership and contributing to day-to-day departmental priorities. Responsibilities: • Record and post journal entries accurately while supporting the integrity of general ledger activity. • Complete monthly account and bank reconciliations, research variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and organizing supporting documentation. • Contribute to budgeting efforts by compiling financial information, updating worksheets, and gradually taking ownership of assigned budget areas. • Create reports, spreadsheets, and financial analyses for management review using Excel and other accounting tools. • Support accounts payable and related accounting processes as needed to help maintain efficient department operations. • Partner with finance leadership on special assignments, data cleanup efforts, and process improvement initiatives. • Help address high-volume workload periods by managing priorities effectively and providing dependable accounting support across the team.
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Libertyville, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. What You'll DoThe primary purpose of this role is to effectively, efficiently, and ethically manage financial records, support tax preparation, and engage with clients as needed.<ul><li>Bookkeeping & General Ledger: Maintain accurate and timely financial records by recording all transactions with proper categorization. Ensure daily reconciliation of entries and uphold a clean, organized, and up-to-date general ledger.</li><li>Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage accounts payable, process invoices, and ensure timely payments. Handle accounts receivable, including invoicing clients and monitoring collections.</li><li>Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for management review.</li><li>Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations: Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</li><li>Tax Preparation Support: Assist with the preparation and filing of various tax returns (e.g., federal, state, local) by gathering necessary financial documents and ensuring all required information is complete and accurate.</li><li>Payroll Processing: Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits, and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</li></ul>
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a downtown Milwaukee client in the recruiting for a Bookkeeper to join our team and provide hands-on support to the Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for a range of transactional accounting tasks and general ledger (GL) work. Experience in the real estate or construction industry is highly desirable, though not required. This is permanent placement opportunity offering full health insurance benefits package, 3+ weeks vacation, 401k matching and paid parking. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process day-to-day accounting transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with posting journal entries and maintaining the general ledger.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close procedures.</li><li>Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely, accurate manner.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements and management reports under the direction of the Controller.</li><li>Help with invoicing, expense tracking, and credit card reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and documentation in compliance with company policies and industry standards.</li><li>Coordinate with the Controller for ad-hoc projects and reporting as required.</li><li>Leverage prior real estate or construction accounting experience in handling multiple entities, project costing, or job tracking, if applicable.</li></ul>
2026-05-02T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Racine, WI
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Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to provide part-time accounting support for a growing advisory firm in Wisconsin. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone who enjoys managing day-to-day bookkeeping, keeping client financial records accurate, and contributing to a business that is expanding quickly. The position supports a range of client accounts across multiple industries and offers the chance to take on broader responsibilities as business needs increase. Responsibilities: • Handle accounts payable activities, including entering and tracking vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness. • Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet accounts to maintain reliable financial records. • Contribute to month-end close tasks and help resolve accounting discrepancies through cleanup and review work. • Maintain well-organized books and supporting documentation for several client engagements at once. • Deliver ongoing bookkeeping services for recurring client needs, ensuring deadlines and reporting schedules are met. • Help clients better understand financial results by supporting reporting discussions and profit and loss review. • Partner with firm leadership on special accounting assignments and client service initiatives as priorities evolve. • Assist with QuickBooks-related bookkeeping, file cleanup, and accounting process support for client accounts.
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Manager, Finance (FP&A)

Waukesha, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a strategic finance leader to support operations and supply chain performance for a growing architectural metals business based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role partners closely with cross-functional leaders to guide planning, improve visibility into financial results, and turn complex data into practical business recommendations. The position offers the opportunity to influence decision-making across multiple sites and brands within a well-established public company environment. For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless. Responsibilities:• Direct annual budgeting, recurring forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities for operations and supply chain functions across a multi-site organization.• Deliver timely analysis of spending, productivity, and business performance to help leaders make informed decisions and improve financial outcomes.• Build and refine reporting tools, dashboards, and data models using Power BI and related systems to strengthen insight into key operational and financial trends.• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and finance leadership to identify cost improvement opportunities, monitor performance drivers, and support operational efficiency initiatives.• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, highlighting variances, risks, and opportunities with clear recommendations for action.• Oversee and develop a small team that includes finance managers and controllers, fostering accountability, collaboration, and strong analytical execution.• Support system and reporting integration efforts, including the use of SAP and related planning platforms, to improve consistency, accuracy, and accessibility of financial information.• Contribute financial leadership to strategic projects such as business assessments, process improvement efforts, and potential acquisition-related analysis when needed.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z