Head of Finance

Michael Page International

Norcross, Georgia

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$160,000–$175,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Management, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Automation, Balance Sheet, Budgeting, Business Growth, Business Support, Business-to-Business (B2B), Capital Allocation, Capital Equipment, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Capital Markets, Capital Project, Cash Flow, Channel Strategies, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Finance, Corporate Policies, Cost Modeling, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), Depreciation, Distribution Services, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, External Audit, Federal Tax, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Fixed Asset Management, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Head of Finance, Internal Audit, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Reports, Investment Analysis, Journal Entries, Leadership, Liquidity, Local Tax, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Microsoft Dynamics, Partner Sales, Parts Sales, Payroll Accounting, Payroll Tax, Physical Inventory, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Product Pricing, Profit & Loss Statements, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Requirements, Return on Investment (ROI), Sales, Sales Analysis, Sales Operations, Sales Tax, Scalable System Development, Standard Costing, Standards Development, State Laws and Regulations, State Tax, Tax Regulations, Time Management, Variance Analysis, Warehousing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Norcross, Georgia
POSTED
2 days ago
Head Of FinanceThe client are owned by a large global manufacturing company in Germany. The US arm of the business operate as a supplier of machinery to the packaging, manufacturing and production industries across North America. They own and manage a few warehouses across the US and they are looking for a leader to join the team and head up the finance and accounting team. The US head office is based in Norcross (GA) and the successful candidate will be overseeing a team of 3 direct reports.Job DescriptionThe successful Head of Finance will:Own all general ledger activity, journal entries, reconciliations, and month/quarter/year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met with precision.Prepare, review, and present accurate financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) to North American leadership and corporate finance teams.Manage all payment processes, liquidity across bank accounts and align with group on excess liquidity.Develop and maintain cash flow forecasting tools that provide leadership real-time financial visibility into working capital and runway.Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll accounting, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all transnational functions.Partner with the operations and service teams to track and analyze cost of goods sold, spare parts inventory, and machine installation project costs.Develop and maintain standard costing models, variance analysis, and inventory valuation practices tailored to a capital equipment distribution and service business.Oversee inventory cycle counts and lead the annual physical inventory process, ensuring accuracy of spare parts and equipment inventory records.Provide financial oversight of capital expenditure projects and support ROI analysis for new equipment investments.Maintain and monitor an effective system of internal accounting and financial reporting controls; ensure compliance with GAAP, corporate accounting policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.Coordinate and support internal and external audit processes - interfacing directly with external auditors on timing, deliverables, and the year-end audit cycle - ensuring all documentation, reconciliations, and controls meet audit standards.Partner with external tax providers on federal, state, and local tax filings, including sales tax and payroll tax compliance across applicable jurisdictions.Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, and proper capitalization policies.Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with the CEO and department heads; develop rolling forecasts and scenario planning tools to maintain up-to-date financial visibility.Partner with Sales and Operations to build financial models that support strategic decisions including pricing, market expansion, and capital allocation.Develop and manage consolidated reporting packages for North American leadership and board-level reporting; streamline and continually improve master closing package templates and reporting schedules to ensure compliance with internal deadlines.Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support key business initiatives.Manage and mentor the accounting team, establishing clear performance expectations, providing ongoing coaching, and fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.Lead and optimize ERP usage for all finance and accounting functions; identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.Develop and document scalable accounting processes, close checklists, and internal control frameworks that grow with the business.Liaise with finance and accounting counterparts (at the parent company) to align policies, reporting formats, and intercompany accounting.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantHave over 7 years of experience of relevant finance and accounting experienceMUST have prior experience leading a teamMUST have exposure to a B2B supplier environment (ideally from industrial machinery sales/distribution)Prior experience working closely with the CEO and being a strategic partner to senior leadershipWorking knowledge of the system Microsoft Dynamics (desirable, not essential)Prior experience working for a US company, with European HQ (desirable, not essential)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong Excel skillsWhat's on Offer$160,000 - $175,000Bonus (disc.)Additional benefitsContact Ore Ogunlana Quote job ref JN-072026-7057998Job SummarySectorAccountingSub SectorFinancial Director / CFOIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereNorcrossContract TypePermanentConsultant NameOre OgunlanaJob ReferenceJN-072026-7057998

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/