Finance Manager, Heil Environmental

The Heil Company - Fort Payne, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Fort Payne, AL

10,001+ employees

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Finance Manager position at Heil Environmental is a pivotal role within the finance team located in Fort Payne, Alabama, which is the largest manufacturing site in the Environmental Solutions Group (ESG) with annual sales exceeding $375 million. This position is integral to ensuring the accuracy of the plant's accounting, supporting product costing and analysis, and managing the preparation and distribution of monthly financial reporting. The Finance Manager will also play a crucial role in the forecasting and budgeting processes, providing insights that drive performance improvements across the plant operations. The successful candidate will be expected to adhere to established policies and procedures while also engaging in special projects as assigned by management. This role requires a candidate who is ambitious and possesses a natural intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The Finance Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams and will be a visible member of the operations team, supporting the forecast process and conducting variance analysis. The position demands strong communication and analytical skills, as well as a good business acumen, with the potential for upward mobility within the organization. The Finance Manager will also be responsible for managing the accounts payable group and the cost accountant, ensuring timely completion of reporting and analysis for both internal and external stakeholders. In addition to financial reporting, the Finance Manager will assist in budget preparation, maintain accounting policies and procedures, and seek opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying and analyzing key performance indicators and recommending policies and systems that align with company objectives. The Finance Manager will also be expected to maintain confidentiality and prioritize work effectively, demonstrating a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely completion of reporting and analysis for internal and external deliverables.
• Analyze, summarize and consolidate timely and accurate financial reporting for local site.
• Support the Plant Controller to produce financial reporting and analysis, operational variance analysis, inventory and costing analysis, accounting reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and month-end responsibilities.
• Act as a visible member of the operations team who will support the forecast process and variance analysis.
• Assist in budget preparation and analysis.
• Manage the accounts payable group and cost accountant.
• Support the annual product costing process.
• Assist with establishing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures.
• Look for ways to improve the quality of the job function and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Interact effectively with internal and external personnel.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality with all information obtained.
• Prioritize and plan work activities, using time efficiently and developing realistic action plans.
• Perform detailed analyses to identify, analyze, understand, and monitor the organization's key performance indicators.
• Proactively assist in developing projects to identify opportunities for cost savings, profit enhancement, efficiency, and process improvement throughout the organization.
• Seek ways to improve standard reporting as requested or required.
• Recommend and develop policies, procedures, and systems to meet company objectives.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• 3+ years of Finance/Accounting experience, preferably in Engineered to Order (ETO) Manufacturing/Industrial settings.
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills within Accounting and Forecasting.
• Experience with a recognized ERP system (Oracle, SAP, JDE, etc.).
• Expertise with Excel.
• Ability to develop strong partnerships across multiple locations and functions; high degree of comfort operating in a matrix environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in leading change successfully.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and meet competing deadlines.
• Strong business analysis skills and results orientation.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improving financial and business operations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and presentation skills.
• Ability to drive projects through to completion by involving and persuading others.
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for getting involved in all aspects of the business.
• Sense of urgency and ownership in delivery with flexibility in style and approach.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with financial modeling and forecasting techniques.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling options.