Finance Director jobs in Lorain, OH

Overview ...

Overview

JBT is a diverse, global company with many needs for international management talent and great opportunities for experienced graduates. Our businesses are worldwide and opportunities are broad in scope.

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Being a global company allows us to present you with a number of career opportunities. JBT is one of the largest solutions providers to the global food processing industry. The largest food processors within the fruit, vegetable, meat, poultry, seafood and bakery industries are among our customers.

BENEFITS - Start from day 1!

JBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match - up to 6.5%
• Company paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation pay
• Sick pay
• Tuition Reimbursement (*eligible after 6 months)

As the Director of Finance for JBT’s PNA Division, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of all financial data, safeguarding the assets, verifying compliance to JBT policies and procedures, and fulfilling the financial business partner role with insightful financial analysis & advice to reach financial and strategic objectives. 

This position reports directly to the President of PNA, with a functional reporting relationship to the VP of Finance/Chief Financial Officer for the JBT Protein Division. The position indirectly and directly manages a team of 15 covering six sites across the US.

This position has eight (8) direct reports and seven (7) indirect reports.

The Opportunity ...

Position Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with JBT Financial Standards & Accounting Principles: Prepare for and participate in internal audits; review financial statements on a monthly basis and analyze variations of actual results against budgeted and prior period results; audit all departments on a biannual basis to ensure compliance; review the reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis. Ensure controls and SOX compliance is maintained.

Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop and monitor activities to support an annual budget schedule and quarterly forecast deliverables for both P&L and Balance Sheet as well as cash flow generation; provide direction to the business leaders for the preparation of the both budget and forecasts, reviewing data for accuracy, consistency, and reasonableness; prepare required corporate reports on an accurate and timely basis; conduct financial analysis of forecast to actual variances and provide feedback to management.

Support product lines in reaching financial and strategic objectives: Provide accurate and timely financial data and analysis on a monthly basis; make recommendations for efficiency improvement or cost reduction. Financial reporting and analysis: Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting process and ensure the data is accurate and completed on a timely basis; prepare management reports on a monthly basis, which summarize and analyze financial results.

Support the creation and financials for the PNA Long Range Plan: Provide support to develop the PNA Growth and Operational Initiatives, financials’ preparation and consolidation of the Long Range in partnership with the PNA President and Segment Leaders.

Position Requirements

Candidates must have a successful track record operating as a strategic, business-focused, finance leader with a strong orientation toward collaboration with others to accomplish their responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished finance professional possessing experience in both commercial and operational finance, and the necessary business acumen to understand how organizations work.

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting for a manufacturing company, overseeing financial accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial forecasting and reporting, budgeting, cash flow, and internal controls.
• Minimum of 7 years managing a team of accounting/finance professionals. Experience should include leading a team in a matrixed organization.
• An in-depth understanding of accounting principles, practices, procedures and controls on manual and automated systems, and the ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP, SOX and SEC regulations.
• Full understanding of P&L management ($450M ) and all cash flow and balance sheet implications, including a demonstrated ability to assess risks and opportunities within complex business situations.
• Strong process improvement background.
• Experience with over time revenue recognition (ASC606)
• Financial ERP knowledge
• Advanced experience with MS Excel.

COMPETENCIES 

• The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of integrity.
• Excellent analytical and forecasting skills and the ability to translate complex situations into information that will support the profitability and growth of the business.
• A well-developed business sense, which will include an understanding of markets, customers and competitors. Ability to participate in and drive strategic discussions, influence outcomes, and lead changes to drive business growth.
• A strategic thinker/problem solver who can effectively interface with all levels of employees in an international environment. An ability to analyze the details, but also to be able to step back and “look at the big picture.”
• Detail orientation – Knows his/her business well, key drivers, key / current issues.
• Results-driven leader who takes initiative, demonstrates a sense of urgency, and accepts accountability.
• High energy and positivity with the ability to work collaboratively with virtual teams and processes that transcend international regions.
• Demonstrates the ability to persuade others to achieve excellence and to foster an environment of openness and teamwork; a supportive manner that facilitates his/her ability to achieve results.
• Demonstrated organizational abilities and strong project management expertise.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, which includes active listening.
• A high energy, results-oriented manager who is not afraid to take charge and has a high bias for action.
• Hands-on (operating at 1,000 feet, not 30,000 feet) and customer-centric manager; focuses on key issues important to the customer (quality, delivery, lead time).
• Excellent communication & team management skills.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• MBA or CPA preferred

Why work at JBT ...

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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