Dir of Finance and Central Functions

Reporting to: President and CEO / Managing Director Opelika Plant BU Cooking Direct Reports: Controlling Clerk, Finance Clerk Organizational relations: Locally: - All business functions of plant - USA authorities and public institutions - External service providers such as auditors, tax advisors and banks Internationally: - Frequent interaction and alignment of USA activities with Vice President Finance BU Cooking - Directors of the BU Cooking, especially Controlling/Finance, Human Resources, and Category Marketing - Vice President Finance VG USA - Others as needed and on demand. Requirements: • MBA or bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or controlling. • Certified Public Accountant desired but not mandatory. • Skills in corporate tax accountant • Minimum 5 years experience in financial management practices, ideally also in cost accounting. • Solid US GAAP and financial reporting technical skills, German GAAP desirable. • Proven experience as a financial leader or similar financial leadership role as an expert within the manufacturing industry. • Exceptional leadership and business partnering skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. • Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, and financial and cost analysis. • Demonstrated track record of operative financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. • Proficiency in financial management software such as SAP R3 / SAP4Hana and advanced knowledge of all Microsoft products such as Excel. Ability to manage accounts A/R and A/P • Experience managing profitability, and promoting of process improvement. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. • In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices • Excellent communication and people skills.• Responsibilities: As a seasoned financial leader in the manufacturing industry the Manager Finance will apply their strategic mindset and collaborative leadership style to: • Lead and manage accounting and controlling to ensure efficient and effective operations across all aspects of the organization. • • Develop financial goals, evaluate trends; establish critical measurements; develop/refine costing methods for accurate pricing, determine production, and productivity, ,; design systems; identify and accumulate resources; resolve problems; and implement change in collaboration with the CEO and leadership team. • Forecast capital, facilities, and staff requirements together with HR; identify monetary resources; and develop action plans to support strategies and organizational goals. Responsibility for all assets and liabilities for the company including A/R, A/P and Cash Develop organization prospects by: • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. • Monthly P&L for profit sharing; Quarterly and annual financials and presentations to the Board. • Perform risk management. Provide financial guidance and support to the CEO and leadership team by: • Offering insights and recommendations on business decisions and investments; Deciding on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks; Evaluating the investment accounts for proper risk allocation. Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports to include: • • Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, monitoring financial performance and variances. • Oversee cash flow management, treasury functions, and banking relationships. • Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization's operations. • Set up and oversee the company's finance IT system. • • Manage relationships with external stakeholders, such as auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions. • Ensure compliance with the law and company's policies. • File annual forms such as 5500's and sales taxes. • Update job knowledge by remaining aware of new regulations, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and cost optimization. • Assist with HR duties to ensure compliance with labor laws; File annual forms as needed. • Work across all business lines to identify opportunities for growth that are financially sound.

Created: 2026-03-04