Head of Finance – Manufacturing – hybrid role

Louisville, KY
Posted 20 hours ago

Finance Manager - Manufacturing Specialist

Head of Finance-US - Hybrid role that allows working remote 2 days a week

Location: Louisville, KY

Reports To: Group Finance Director

Position Overview

The Director of Accounting & Finance is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and core financial processes. This role reports to the Group Finance Director based in Europe, while the U.S. headquarters are located in Louisville, KY. The company is currently in an expansion phase. The position is crucial in driving accurate and timely month-end close, managing cash flow forecasting, supporting strategic financial planning, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The Finance Manager also collaborates with operations, engineering, and executive leadership to provide financial visibility into project performance, capital expenditures, and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Oversee Blackline reconciliations and system uploads
Produce monthly financial statements and reporting packages with narrative analysis
Present financial results to leadership and participate in monthly review meetings
Own the 13-week cash flow forecast and ongoing liquidity analysis
Support monthly rolling forecasts and budget updates
Analyze variances between actuals, forecast, and budget
Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations
Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements
Oversee preparation and filing of returns and reports
Manage relationships with external advisors and auditors