Manufacturing Finance Lead

Zeeland, MI

Description

Smart, Innovative, and Hard-working? Perfect – you could be what we are looking for! Innotec, a leader in LED Lighting, tube forming, and counterweight solutions, is headquartered in West Michigan. We are dedicated to designing efficient, high-performing, and sustainable solutions, driven by integrity, humility, and trust.

About Us:

We are currently seeking a highly driven, detailed and organized Finance Lead for one of our operations divisions. Known for our ability to deliver innovative and high-quality products, we have several divisions globally, including in Europe, China, and Mexico. Our ever-expanding capabilities and genuine, small company feel make us an ideal place for individuals to make the most of their careers. Join us and find a home where you will thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment, working with your peers and experiencing a spectrum of opportunities for growth and fun.

As a member of an ESOP company, we seek impactful people with a high level of ownership, providing the training they need to reach their greatest potential. We offer professional and personal growth avenues through mentorship and stewardship programs. If you have a passion for innovation, stewardship, and a desire for broad responsibilities in a dynamic environment, this position could be your next career milestone.

Requirements

• Financial Process Improvement: Lead and support initiatives that enhance financial systems, workflows, and reporting efficiency, with a focus on operational alignment and business impact.
• Cost Accounting & Analysis: Maintain and improve cost accounting systems, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights to drive margin improvement and cost control.
• Forecasting & Budgeting: Develop, manage, and continuously improve forecasting models and financial plans in collaboration with operational and business teams.
• Data-Driven Decision Support: Provide robust financial and operational analysis to inform strategic decisions, uncover inefficiencies, and identify areas for process innovation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, operations, and leadership to understand and influence key business drivers; serve as a financial advisor to project teams.
• Project & Time Management: Independently manage multiple projects and priorities, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met without compromising quality.
• Problem Solving & Innovation: Apply a structured problem-solving approach to address business challenges. Propose and implement financial tools or process changes that enhance performance.
• Learning & Development: Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies. Regularly pursue opportunities for professional growth and knowledge expansion.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Strong background in cost accounting, financial forecasting, and budgeting
• Experience in manufacturing environments and operations finance
• Mechanically inclined and curious about processes, systems, and technologies
• High analytical acumen with the ability to distill complexity into clarity
• Natural collaborator who thrives in team settings but works independently
• Strong project and time management skills
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to creating change and solving problems
• Track record of driving process innovation and continuous improvement
• Comfortable challenging the status quo with data, insight, and influence
• Committed to lifelong learning and continuous personal growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in controlling, corporate finance, or similar field of work
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.

Innotec is an equal opportunity employer

Innotec extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

Innotec is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at resumes@innotecgroup.com. Innotec will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Only select candidates will be contacted. We look forward to discovering how you can drive our talent strategies forward and contribute to our team!