Your tasks
Partner with the Director of Finance, sales and marketing team, and accounting team for a $400M global industrial operation to drive positive financial performance. Position will be a leader in the organization through improved financial leadership and decision making to support sales, marketing and the remaining departments within the business, using strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. This employee will be responsible for preparation of financial statements and corporate reporting. This employee will also be the primary support for the sales and marketing teams and exercises discretion and independent judgement in the performance of the business operations. This is not just an accounting position; it is a financial leadership partner to the business and is expected to challenge business partners to drive continuous improvement.
Your profile
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance. CPA, CMA or MBA preferred.
- Strong leader able to interface with all departments in the company and provide guidance to team members.
- Five to seven (5-7) years experience in accounting and finance including two (2) years of supervisory experience is desirable in heavy manufacturing industry (preferably plastics injection molding and/or extrusion).
- Proactive personality to be an active partner to general management.
- Experience with lean manufacturing practices.
- Executive level verbal and written communication and presentation skills including analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Thorough knowledge of all accounting and tax-related legislation, regulations and reporting procedures.
- Thorough understanding of all accounting functional areas.
- Understanding of cost accounting system in a complex manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in IT skills (SAP, Oracle, Cognos, MS Office). Experience with ERP conversions preferred.
- Power BI or other automation tools.
Benefits
Clear vision and purpose
"We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" is what inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and innovation focus
We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let's work towards a sustainable future together.
Excellent learning tools
At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.
Great career opportunities
GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
Health care
GF offers a comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401k with generous company match.
Paid holidays
Paid time off include 12 paid days of company holidays.
Sport activities
We support the purchase of a fitness membership from the center of your choice with a subsidy.
Work perks discount
The discount program includes many different goods and services including appliances, electronics, theme parks, movies and more.
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Who we are
GF Piping Systems is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.