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We are seeking an experienced Senior Director, Finance with strong business acumen, deep operational understanding, and a proven ability to lead and develop high-performing finance teams for our Forged Products Business Unit based in Cudahy, Wisconsin reporting directly to the President of Forged Products. The ideal candidate will bring robust experience in a heavy manufacturing environment and demonstrate both financial and operational leadership to drive business performance and strategic outcomes.

This role blends financial planning, accounting oversight, executive partnership, and leadership of a 15-member finance team. An experienced finance leader with strong business acumen, a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, and a passion for mentoring finance professionals in a high-performance environment with an understanding of public company regulations and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnership (25%)

+ Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing financial guidance on key business decisions.

+ Translate complex financial data into clear business insights for non-finance stakeholders.

+ Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and commercial leaders to optimize profitability.

Executive Influence & Stakeholder Management (15%)

+ Present financial performance, forecasts, and risk assessments to executive leadership.

+ Influence business strategy and outcomes through data-driven recommendations.

+ Build credibility through proactive insights and thought leadership.

Team Leadership & Mentorship (25%)

+ Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 15 finance professionals.

+ Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and career development.

+ Design team structures and processes to align with business goals and support organizational scalability.

Financial Planning & Analysis (25%)

+ Lead the development and execution of the annual operating plan, long-range planning, and rolling forecasts.

+ Provide financial modeling, scenario planning, and investment analysis to support strategic decision-making.

+ Analyze performance trends, KPIs, and profitability drivers; translate insights into actionable recommendations.

Financial Accounting & Controls (10%)

+ Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

+ Collaborate with Corporate Finance and Accounting teams to support audits and internal controls.