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SUMMARY
Part of the IDEX Corporation, Precision Polymer Engineering LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of high performance, niche elastomer seals used in critical applications around the globe. At IDEX we are focused on attractive markets where there is sustainable competitive advantage based on technology leading to high growth and profitability.
The Finance Director (FD) is responsible for the overall management, business partnering, direction, and integrity of the accounting, finance, financial reporting of Precision Polymer Engineering LLC (Brenham), and related dormant entities.
The FD actively participates with the Leadership Team of Brenham in the planning, direction, and policy making of the company.
As a business partner, the FD will work closely with the local General Manager (GM), to implement and deliver the strategic growth of Brenham and PPE as a whole. Also partnering with other PPE teams to ensure alignment and common goals are achieved.
The FD provides leadership to the accounting and FP&A team, as well as mentoring and developing staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Partners with other leaders at PPE Brenham in managing the business unit to drive accountability and ownership
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Responsible for forecasting and budgeting. Key participant in strategic planning.
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Oversees financial analysis and management accounting functions with emphasis on improving profitability and working capital.
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Oversees and reviews monthly consolidated financial statements, applies accounting theory and IDEX policy as appropriate, and insures the timely and accurate completion of all reporting and deliverables to IDEX.
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Supports investment decisions by providing return on investment/net present value/etc., calculations and applies appropriate benchmarks to maximize returns.
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Ensures talent development by selecting, training, motivating and developing team members.
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Leading the team to improve, automate, and reduce complexity to maximize the contribution to strategic and business goals.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
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Degree in Accounting or Finance and / or MBA preferred
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Professional Accounting qualification, preferably ACA, ACCA, CIMA.
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Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible accounting and leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Experience in reviewing, analyzing, and implementing accounting and financial reporting standards.
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Solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the ability to research and apply accounting pronouncements as appropriate.
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Advanced analysis experience required. ERP (JD Edwards) experience preferred
INTERPERSONAL COMPETENCES
Success in this position requires the ability to build a strong, collaborative partnerships with the business leadership. These relationships must be built on respect, integrity, inclusion, teamwork and professionalism.
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Ability to build relationships at all levels within the organization.
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Clear, precise communication skills.
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Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
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Fully conversant with the Manufacturing/Operations environment.
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High level of Commercial awareness.
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Drive for personal improvement and ability to support individual and team development.
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Strong Controllership focus.
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Attitude of accountability (say/do ratio).
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Is a role model for building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace.
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Willingness to travel, up to 10%
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Demonstrate genuine enthusiasm and commitment to key business priorities.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
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The FD acts as primary contact with external financial reporting customers such as the independent audit firm, bank, foreign credit insurer / broker, government agencies, etc.
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Expectation that the FD is on site at least 3 days per week
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Leads and/or participates in special projects and assignments as required with particular focus on M&A activity.
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Consistently operates at the highest level of integrity and is never willing to compromise with regards to ethical standards.
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Maintains and continually updates knowledge of the Company’s product(s) and operating procedures to properly and effectively maintain accounting records which reflect the Company’s operation and financial results.
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Assures that performance reviews, including follow-up on employee feedback, are performed on a formal and informal basis. Identifies and develops candidates for promotion. Performs hiring procedures as required and in accordance with Company guidelines.
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled).
Job Family: Finance
Business Unit: PPE
Job Segment: HST Health & Science Technologies
