Director, Finance - Durcon at Wilsonart – Taylor, Texas

At Wilsonart, we dont just make surfaceswe build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.
Youll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. Youll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And youll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Here, youll win with:
Support that keeps you well
Medical, dental, and life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
FSAs and dependent care options
Vision and legal benefits
Gym discounts and wellness clinics
Tuition reimbursementfor you and your dependents
Opportunities to grow
Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
Training, coaching, and mentorship
Development programs to support your goals
Time for what matters
Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
A culture that respects work-life balance

Were looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

The Finance Director will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Accounting & Finance department. The Finance Director will act as a positive catalyst for operational excellence ensuring an environment of financial integrity. In addition, the Finance Director will contribute to the development of the organization's business strategy, and will interpret business strategy and develop organizational objectives to align with this strategy. Day to day finance operations include general accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, payroll, budgeting/forecasting, and FP&A. The Finance Director monitors, leads monthly closing, and consolidates all international locations as well as ensure that the company has the financial systems and procedures in place to support the company. The Finance Director will work closely with department heads and their staffs, not only to educate those regarding accounting procedures and processes, but also to explore how the accounting function can support the commercial and manufacturing operations.

Primary Responsibilities:
Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate US GAAP standards and regulatory requirements for USA and International Affiliates
Prepare annual budgets and monthly forecasts
Prepare monthly operating review packages for corporate financial review including EBITDA bridges and financial impact of operational metric outcomes
Supervise cost and general accounting, A/P, and Payroll personnel
Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress and changes and keep senior leadership abreast of company's financial status
Responsible for the timely and accurate research, analysis, reporting of highly complex and specialized financial information pivotal to bids, job cost and contracts process
Serve as liaison between Company and external parties such as auditors, tax, and legal advisors
Responsible for overseeing accounting procedures and financial internal controls (implementing, monitoring, enhancing)

Qualifications/Requirements:
Minimum of 7-10 years general accounting experience, public accounting or manufacturing experience required
Process and job costing a plus
Fundamental accounting knowledge including US GAAP as it applies to financial statements,
Advanced analysis skills focused on financial reporting and production costing
Demonstrated and thorough working knowledge of ERP accounting systems
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational & time management skills
Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Some international and domestic travel may be required
Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire and develop teams

Educational/Training/Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required
3+ years' experience as a Director, Assistant Director, or controller
CPA strongly preferred
MBA, or MS in Accounting strongly preferred
Experience with Great Plains (Microsoft Dynamics GP) accounting software preferred

Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit and keyboard for extended periods of time
Visual acuity needed for close detail work and computer use
Normal office environment but may be subject to
High Noise Levels from machinery
Wear personal protective equipment while working with production floor environment