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Finance Manager

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Itasca, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Consolidation, Banking Services, Budget Management, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Decision Support, External Audit, Federal Tax, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Policies, Financial Procedures, Financial Reporting, Financial Strategy, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Global Financial Markets, Income Tax, International Tax, Italian Language, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Organizational Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Sales Tax, Standards Strategy, Tax Accounting, Tax Regulations, Time Management, Transfer Pricing, Treasury
LOCATION
Itasca, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
About the Company We are a dynamic and growing U.S. subsidiary of a leading Italian multinational manufacturing company. With a strong global presence and a commitment to innovation and excellence, we are seeking a Finance Manager to lead our financial operations in the U.S. and ensure alignment with the parent company’s financial strategy, reporting standards, and compliance requirements. Position Summary The Finance Manager will oversee all financial activities of the U.S. subsidiary, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role requires strong collaboration with the Italian parent company to ensure accurate and timely consolidation of financial data, adherence to the U.S. GAAP, and alignment with global financial policies and international regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process. Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP Coordinate with the Italian parent company on group reporting, intercompany transactions, and transfer pricing. Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes. Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and international tax regulations, including reporting requirements and filings across multiple jurisdictions. Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions. Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial procedures. Liaise with external auditors, CPA firms, and other professional advisors to ensure compliance and support audits. Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Supervise and develop a small finance team. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a multinational environment. Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, income tax and sales tax Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work cross-functionally and across cultures, especially with European counterparts. Proficiency in Italian is a plus but not required. What We Offer We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive salary, with potential for annual performance-based bonus Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents 401(k) retirement plan with company match, available after one year of employment with the Company Generous paid time off (PTO) and Paid Company Holidays Company-paid life and disability insurance Hybrid work options, depending on business needs Support for professional development, including training and continuing education opportunities Opportunity to work in a global environment with exposure to international finance Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture

About the Company

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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

 

  • Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

 

  • Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

 

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1969
WEBSITE
http://www.sterling-engineering.com