Finance Director, Eriez USA

Position Summary: As Finance Director of Eriez-USA, you will be a strategic finance leader responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial planning, and compliance activities for Eriez’ largest and most complex global subsidiary. This role plays a critical part in aligning finance with business strategy by providing accurate reporting, leading the annual budgeting process, and partnering with key business leaders to deliver results. It is both operational and strategic, guiding day-to-day finance while also helping shape the future of the business through data-informed insights, continuous improvement, and partnership with executive leadership.  This role sits on the Eriez-USA leadership team and plays a critical role in driving our profitable volume growth strategy by ensuring financial integrity, operational efficiency, and aligned strategic execution.  Reporting Structure: ·         Functionally (direct): Senior Director, Global Finance ·         Operationally (indirect): VP & General Manager, Eriez-USA  Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Reporting  Lead the accounting and finance function for Eriez-USA, overseeing GL, AP/AR, payroll, treasury, and tax compliance.  Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.  Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial results and variance analyses to local and corporate leadership.  Lead the development, execution, and management of the annual budget process. Provide strategic financial insights to support short- and long-term planning and forecasting process, incorporating financial insight into business decisions. Monitor financial performance against strategic and operational goals; develop KPIs and dashboards for leadership.  Oversee core financial planning and analysis activities, including cash flow forecasting, annual operating budgets, rolling forecasts, and monthly tax calculations and reporting.   Manage company banking relationships to ensure liquidity and financial health.  Lead accurate job costing analysis and sales commission calculations in support of commercial execution.   Ensure compliance and accuracy in export and import documentation across global shipments.  Strategic Partnering  Serve as a core member of the Eriez-USA leadership team, contributing to enterprise-wide strategy, planning, and execution.  Collaborate with operational and executive leaders to support business performance, productivity, andgrowth initiatives.  Translate complex financial data into clear business insights that drive decision-making and resource allocation.  Partner with functional leaders (sales, operations, engineering) to assess profitability, pricing, cost control, and investment decisions.  Compliance & Controls  Maintain robust internal controls and ensure adherence to corporate policies, DOA/SOD requirements, and external audit standards.  Lead the annual audit and liaison with external auditors.  Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.  Technology & Process Optimization  Champion data-informed decision-making and finance modernization efforts, including ERP utilization (JDE/E1), reporting tools, and automation.  Drive continuous improvement in finance processes and cross-functional workflows.  Team Leadership  Lead and develop the finance team (7-8 direct/indirect reports), fostering a culture of accountability, curiosity, and development.  Model Eriez values and act as a culture carrier across the USA organization and broader global finance community Requirements Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.  Significant progressive experience in financial leadership roles, including experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.  Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial systems (ERP required; JDE preferred).  Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and standard costing in a manufacturing environment.  Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll operations and corporate tax compliance.  Demonstrated success partnering with senior business leaders to influence outcomes and drive results.  High level of integrity, communication skills, and business acumen.  Strategic thinker with a roll-up-your-sleeves execution mindset. The role is embedded in a matrix environment and must balance corporate standards with local execution. Strong experience operating in a matrix is required. Preferred Attributes  Experience supporting a subsidiary of a global organization.  Knowledge of transfer pricing and international reporting practices.  Change leadership experience (e.g., systems upgrade, shared services, process transformation).  Lean / continuous improvement experience in a finance function. Commitment to professional development—self and team. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources