Director of Finance

Position Responsibilities:.Oversee all aspects of financial reporting and control environment by ensuring compliance with Methode financial policies and proceduresExamine ways to enhance growth and value creation by evaluating internal operations and crafting/implementing proactive solutions for division cost savings opportunitiesAccountable for managing the processes/tools and lead a skilled finance staff, assuring that the function remains fundamentally excellent and attracts/retains top professional talentLead and manage a team of finance resources and drive team development with a bias for results and operational excellenceDeliver results meeting financial and strategic objectives of the businessMeet and exceed finance operational standards by contributing information to strategic financial plans and reviewsDrive business performance, and a culture of accountability and continuous improvementAct as collaborator and key contributor/decision-maker on effective deployment of strategic plans and thus resources (Capital/Human) by establishing disciplined financial models/processesDevelop an annual operating plan and related budgets, forecasting and analysisProvide timely data/reporting needed to measure performance and the effectiveness/impact of improvement initiatives as well as the analysis needed to understand and address gapsEnsure a culture of integrity, transparency, and compliance with all relevant financial and accounting standards as well as all applicable laws, codes, and regulatory requirementsDevelop and maintain relationships with internal and external audit teamsUnderstand and ensure outstanding diligent adherence to GAAP QualificationsBachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or business requiredCertified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation preferredMinimum of 5 years of progressive finance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the Automotive industryAt least 5 years of senior finance leadership experience, including managing direct reportsStrong personal leadership qualities; a track record of recruiting, motivating and developing a capable finance teamHigh energy, accountable and agileStrong analytical, financial, cost accounting, and related managerial informational accounting/finance experience requiredLean process improvement experience preferredDemonstrated competence and experience in implementing and managing rigorous, disciplined financial controls, financial management systems, and enterprise performance measuresExcellent oral, presentation and written communication skillsSolid understanding of manufacturing (ERP) systems requiredExperience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) is a plusTech-savvy with proficiency in Excel and enterprise performance management systemsUp to 25% domestic and international Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently do hand motions and repetitive tasks including computer use with typing, must occasionally carry and lift up to 15 pounds to perform various duties, occasionally reach and do overhead reaching, stand for short amounts of time, minimal squatting or bending to perform various duties, and extended sitting for long periods of time at a desk or workstation.Benefits and PerksMethode offers US employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life & Disability insurance, a wellness program, and time off benefits.Voluntary benefit plans include Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance.Methode provides an Employee Assistance Program, and participation in the Company's 401(k) plan which includes a company contribution.Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to ... or call ... and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: EEO Poster, if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to ... or call ... and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.