Director of Finance / Finance Director
CFS, Annandale, MN, United States
Director Of Finance – Highly Respected Company
Salary : $140,000 – $165,000 base + bonus
Work Model : On-site | Annandale, MN
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity with a smaller, well-established, growth-oriented manufacturing organization seeking a hands‑on Director of Finance to serve as the top finance leader and a key business partner to the President and executive team.
This role offers true ownership of the finance function — financial planning, operational performance, and team development. You’ll have a seat at the leadership table, influencing company direction, driving profitability, and building scalable processes that support continued growth.
It’s an ideal fit for a Controller or senior finance leader ready to step into a broader, more strategic role while remaining close to the business and operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of finance, accounting, FP&A, and financial operations
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the President and Leadership Team on performance, profitability, and growth initiatives
- Own the budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes
- Deliver timely financial reporting, dashboards, and insights to support decision-making
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and overall financial health of the business
- Establish and monitor KPIs across departments to drive accountability and results
- Partner closely with operations and product leaders to analyze margins, pricing, and cost structure
- Implement process improvements, systems enhancements, and reporting automation
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, audits, and accounting best practices
- Build, mentor, and develop a high‑performing finance team
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred)
- 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and business partnerships
- Manufacturing or product‑based industry experience strongly preferred (not required)
- Proven background in FP&A, budgeting, cash flow management, and operational finance
- Experience working with ERP systems and strong Excel skills
- Hands‑on, collaborative leadership style with strong communication and business acumen