Associate Finance Manager

Job Description:Jump Start Your Career - Opportunity for Future Finance Management !!If you have hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of Plant Controllership responsibilities?if you are used to and thrive in a results-oriented culture where things happen fast?if you like being part of the business team, participating in setting the course for a successful company’s future, we may have a great opportunity for you! Milgard Manufacturing, one of the country’s leading manufacturers of windows and doors, has created a new succession-related opportunity. The Associate Finance Manager is a developmental position that could lead to a position as a Finance Manager in an 18-24 month time frame. The emphasis is to hire someone with proven Accounting and Financial Management skills and experience, and teach them about our business model and business philosophy. During the development time frame, the Associate Finance Manager may fill any number of responsibilities and roles within the Finance/Accounting discipline. A development plan will be created to ensure you have the opportunity to hone your skills and attributes needed to be successful -- and potentially promoted to a Finance Manager responsibility within our organization. Upon successful completion of training, we hope to place you in a Milgard manufacturing/sales facility. SUMMARY OF POSITION:This is a developmental position that could lead to a position as a Finance Manager. Our emphasis is to hire someone with proven Finance Manager skills and teach them the Milgard way. During the eighteen month timeframe, the Associate Finance Manager may fill any number of job roles. A plan will be created to ensure the Associate Finance Manager has the opportunity to develop the skills and attributes needed to be successful at Milgard. Upon successful completion of training, the Associate Finance Manager may be placed at a location. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for one or more of the finance functions: Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Credit or MIS. Assists in the development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial management, budget and accounting. Maintains SOX Section 404 documentation and ensures compliance with Milgard and Masco policies regarding monthly and quarterly SOX checklists. Alerts corporate internal audit to any Section 302 or other concerns related to changes in SOX procedures, key controls or other matters. Communicates and ensures compliance with Masco and Milgard ethics and fraud reporting policies. Alerts corporate finance to any location activities that may require new GAP accounting or disclosure considerations. Supervises and participates in the preparation of various financial statements and reports. Directs the installation and maintenance of accounting records to show receipts and expenditures. Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, and insurance records. Directs and participates in cost analyses and rate studies. Prepares statements and reports of estimated future costs and revenues. Writes and delivers presentations regarding financial reporting, etc. for the location. Directs internal audits involving review of accounting and administrative controls. Establishes system controls for new financial systems and develops procedures to improve existing systems. Coordinates preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting. Reviews financial statements with management personnel. LEVEL OF SUPERVISION: Could supervise Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Credit and MIS Departments either directly or through the respective department head.Click here to apply via the Milgard Career Opportunity PortalJob Experience:EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:• Minimum of five (5) years experience in Finance or Accounting, including two years of public accounting audit or quality internal audit experience.• Experience in assembly manufacturing strongly desired; Lean or Six Sigma experiences will be highly valued • Minimum of three (3) years supervising personnel• Must be experienced in month end closing and financial statement reporting• Familiarity with Credit and MIS functions (experience with enterprise systems)• Experience with cost accounting, budgeting, financial statements and training of personnelThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned or duties may change based on business needs.EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATION/FORMAL TRAINING:• Bachelors Degree in Accounting required, Masters Degree a plusESSENTIAL ABILITIES:• Read, write and understand the English language• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents• Sense of urgency and self-motivation; ability to work independently• Ability to motivate employees to achieve results• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines• Computer literacy with ability to learn new computer software programs• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to present to senior management• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills• Excellent customer service skillsWORK ENVIRONMENT:• Work performed indoors in a climate controlled environmentMilgard does not tolerate discrimination of any type, and offers equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to advance. Milgard is an at-will employer. Company: Milgard Reference Code: 16372.982762.1688