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Finance Manager

Date Posted: Jul 10, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location Dowagiac, Michigan, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Oct 08, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Finance Manager Salary: $140,000-$160,000 Why This Role Stands Out This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible Finance Manager role within a global manufacturing organization operating in a growing and increasingly important industry. You'll serve as the senior finance leader for the facility, partnering directly with plant leadership and corporate finance teams to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. This role offers the rare combination of local leadership responsibility with global exposure. If you enjoy being close to operations, influencing business decisions, and owning the entire financial picture, this is the type of role where you can make a significant impact. What makes this opportunity compelling: Senior finance leadership role with high visibility Opportunity to partner directly with plant and corporate leadership Global organization with extensive resources and stability Blend of finance, operations, costing, inventory, and strategic planning Exposure to US GAAP and IFRS reporting Strong compensation package and excellent benefits Stable industry with continued growth and investment What You'll Do: Lead the Financial Function Serve as the financial leader for the facility, overseeing month-end close, financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. Partner with Operations Work closely with plant leadership to improve profitability, productivity, and operational performance through actionable financial insights. Drive Inventory & Cost Management Own complex inventory valuation, material usage analysis, production costing, and variance reporting while supporting initiatives to reduce costs and improve efficiencies. Lead Financial Planning & Forecasting Develop annual operating plans, budgets, forecasts, and key performance indicators that support business objectives and growth initiatives. Manage Capital Projects Support CAPEX planning, financial modeling, project tracking, business case development, and capital asset accounting. Support Audits & Compliance Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors while maintaining strong controls, documentation, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies. Deliver Strategic Analysis Build financial models, dashboards, and operational analyses that support leadership decision-making and long-term planning. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5+ years of accounting or finance experience within manufacturing Strong understanding of: Cost accounting Inventory management Financial reporting Budgeting and forecasting Variance analysis Experience supporting manufacturing operations Advanced Excel skills, including: Pivot Tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP Financial modeling ERP experience (SAP strongly preferred) Knowledge of US GAAP; IFRS exposure is a plus Who Thrives Here: Manufacturing finance professionals who enjoy partnering with operations Leaders who want visibility and influence within an organization Individuals who can translate financial data into business decisions Professionals who thrive in autonomous environments without constant oversight Strategic thinkers who enjoy solving operational and financial challenges What Sets You Apart: Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to build relationships across multiple levels of an organization Confidence explaining financial results to operational leaders Continuous improvement mindset Strong business acumen and problem-solving ability Ability to balance detailed analysis with strategic thinking Benefits Highlights: Bonus opportunity up to 18% Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting Generous PTO program Paid holidays and floating holidays Global company resources with local leadership impact Bottom Line: This is more than a traditional Controller role. It's an opportunity to serve as a true busine

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Company Overview

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

CFS is a long-standing, family-owned manufacturing organization that serves the industrial water heating, water treatment, and laundry equipment markets. The company prides itself on its stable growth and collaborative culture, emphasizing work-life... Read More

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