Director of Finance & Accounting at Meridian Inc – Kent, Ohio

Be Part of Something Essential at Kent Elastomer Products!

Do you take pride in quality work and want to make a real difference? Kent Elastomer Products (KEP) is looking for dedicated team members to join our growing family in Kent, Ohio.

Why KEP is a Great Place to Work:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: We offer a generous benefits package including Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, 401k and more!

• Stability & Growth: This full-time position has opportunities to advance within our expanding company.

• Supportive Work Environment: We value our employees and provide a clean, safe, engaging work environment. Our company values are important to us and shown in our policies, procedures and environment.

• Do the Right Thing
• Be Collaborative
• Raise the Bar
• Be Kind
• Do What You Say
• You Matter

Make a Difference: You'll take pride in knowing your work supports the medical field, food service industry and several other diverse industries.

The Role: Director of Finance & Accounting

The Director of Finance & Accounting oversees the accuracy of financial reporting to the Management of Kent Elastomer and to corporate Meridian ownership, develops and manages the IT environment of the Company, and directs a variety of other administrative functions. The position also serves as counsel for the President on matters regarding the vision and strategies of the organization. This role reports directly to the President.

Responsibilities:

Advise the President on all relevant financial and administrative issues.
• Protect the assets of the Company, assuring the accuracy in the financial reporting and that the necessary checks and balances exist.
• Key member of the Executive Leadership Team.
• Meet Meridian deadlines for completing financial statements during month-end and mid-month forecasts and provide narrative explanations where needed.
• Responsible for detailed monthly financial forecast updates, including coordination of sales by key accounts.
• Coordinate the annual preparation of the financial budget and necessary support schedules, defining the goals, challenges, and strategies for the upcoming year.
• Manage the completion of year-end financial audit reports and tax file schedules.
• Assist the President in analyzing potential acquisitions for the Company.
• Provide accurate product costing to assist with informed customer pricing decisions.
• Manage the responsibilities of the General Accounting Manager, Information Technology Manager, and Cost and Pricing Analyst.
• Make sure that the managers of the Company have the tools they need from Accounting and IT so they can do their jobs effectively.
• Direct the company’s IT initiatives and make sure all technology changes are communicated and reviewed with Meridian’s Corporate IT Director.
• Develop health insurance strategies with the President and HR Director to control costs while maintaining excellent benefits for the Company.
• Work with the third-party administrator in managing worker compensation programs that are in the best interest of the company.
• Ensure accuracy in reporting of the defined benefit plan for union members.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required, MBA preferred
• 10-15 years of Accounting and Finance experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing an ERP system. Hands-on experience in ERP implementation would be a major plus.
• 3-5 years managing a team

You'll be a great fit if you:

• Thrive in a hands-on environment
• Have a strong eye for detail
• Are a team player with a positive attitude

Ready to Launch Your Career at KEP?

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Apply today and become part of a winning team!