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The management company of a privately-held, dynamic and growing group of manufacturing companies is seeking a Senior Finance Leader to join the finance department of their Long Island, NY office. The management company provides financial, legal, tax, administrative and other supporting services to the manufacturing companies and their ownership.

Company Philosophy:

The company's philosophy and work environment has been created by an ownership that places a premium on integrity, principles, values, honesty and teamwork. The company's success is measured by the integrity and honesty of its team members, the manufacture and sale of quality products at a fair price, and exemplary service to its customers. The Senior Finance Leader role requires an individual that excels in leadership and is a team player with a superb skill set.

Beyond the technical qualifications of the position, it is important that the individual demonstrates a strong character, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to build a solid working relationship with all functional areas. The company has built its reputation in the marketplace by demanding high standards of all of its employees. However, as important as the candidate's qualifications, is their ability to work closely with their colleagues and strive in a politics and ego-free atmosphere.

The candidate should have experience in strategic finance and accounting related areas including the following:

• Development of a direct working relationship with ownership and others in a cross-functional environment to maintain, manage and safeguard the assets (as represented as the balance sheet) of the combined group.
• Analysis of financial statements and results, ensuring a consistent review approach, as well as the use of system tools, such a business intelligence.
• Implementation of a comprehensive budgeting & forecasting process, including IT solution
• Leadership of the annual budget process for the combined group in addition to periodic forecasting, as required
• Working with finance directors to properly budget, review and track the key business drivers, such as capital expenditures for this highly capital intensive business
• Oversight of the preparation and issuance of certified financial reports with the outside audit firm
• Establishment of internal audit function
• Leadership of special projects from inception to completion

Successful candidates will possess the following skills: