Finance Manager (human)

The Finance Manager position is a hands-on individual contributor position with no direct reports. Responsible for building and managing the U.S. finance and accounting infrastructure while independently executing day-to-day financial activities. Work closely with U.S. leadership and the Germany-based finance team to ensure financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and alignment with corporate financial objectives.

Mission and Challenges

Establish and build the U.S. finance and accounting function, including policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial processes.

Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close.

Prepare financial statements, management reports, and financial analysis to support business decisions.

Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance reporting.

Monitor operating expenses, capital expenditures, and overall financial performance.

Oversee vendor payments, customer invoicing, expense management, banking, and working capital.

Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards, tax requirements, and federal, state, and local regulations.

Coordinate audits, tax filings, and relationships with external accounting and financial service providers.

Support payroll accounting, fixed asset management, and financial recordkeeping.

Coordinate with U.S. leadership and Germany-based finance to ensure consistent reporting and alignment with corporate financial requirements.

Provide financial guidance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support business planning, facility operations, and strategic investments.

Implement and improve financial systems, reporting tools, and processes to support the growth of U.S. operations.

What We Look Forward To

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, preferably in a manufacturing or international business environment.

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting.

Experience establishing and improving accounting processes, internal controls, and financial procedures.

Hands-on experience managing general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close.

Knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local tax requirements and regulatory compliance.

Experience with cash flow management, financial analysis, and capital expenditure tracking.

Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and build processes in a growing organization.

Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and international finance stakeholders.

Experience implementing financial systems, processes, and reporting structures in a startup or greenfield operation.

CPA or other relevant professional certification preferred.