Finance Manager, Heil Environmental

Environmental Solutions Group encompasses industry-leading brands — Heil Environmental, Marathon, Bayne, The Curotto-Can, 3rd Eye, Soft-Pak, and Parts Central — to create a premier, fully integrated equipment group serving the solid waste and recycling industry. Through extensive voice-of-customer outreach, in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities, a wide-reaching service network, and proven industry expertise, Environmental Solutions Group is focused on solving customer problems through environmentally responsible products and providing world-class support. Our mission, "Improving Lives," drives us to make a significant difference, both in the marketplace and in the lives of our employees and their communities. For more information, visit www.doveresg.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 25,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what’s possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under “DOV.” Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

Operating Company:  Environmental Solutions Group – Heil Environmental

Location:  Fort Payne, AL

Reports To:  Fort Payne Controller

Department:  Finance

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Manager position will be a key member of the finance team in Fort Payne, AL which is the largest manufacturing site in Environmental Solutions Group (ESG) (totaling $375M+ annual sales), and an important supporting contributor within the plant operations team.  The position requires this person to ensure the accounting of the plant is accurate, supports product costing and costing analysis, and manages the preparation and distribution of monthly reporting and analysis, while providing support to the forecast and budget (AOP) process.  This will enable the incumbent to obtain a key understanding in all activities of the plant and will be expected to provide insights in helping to drive performance improvements. It will be important that the role ensures adherence to established policies and procedures are being followed consistently, as well as conduct special projects as assigned by management.

This position will report to the Plant Controller and would suit a candidate who has an ambition to grow in their career, who has a natural intellectual curiosity and inquisitive nature, is detailed by nature, and enjoys a fast pace environment for opportunities to learn and develop.  The successful candidate will have an ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change; work effectively within cross-functional teams; will be highly resourceful; able to deliver strong results; have a passion for operational excellence and possess a strong set of communication and analytical skills.  The candidate will need a good business acumen with ambition and potential to move upward with the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Ensure the timely completion of reporting and analysis for internal and external deliverables.
• Analyze, summarize and consolidate timely and accurate financial reporting for local site.
• Support the Plant Controller to produce financial reporting and analysis, operational variance analysis, inventory and costing analysis, accounting reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and month-end responsibilities.
• Is a visible member of the operations team who will support the forecast process and variance analysis.
• Assist in budget preparation and analysis.
• Manage the accounts payable group and cost accountant.
• Support the annual product costing process.
• Assist with establishing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures.
• Look for ways to improve the quality of the job function and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to effectively interact when dealing with internal and external personnel.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality with all information obtained.
• Prioritize and plan work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic actions plans.
• Perform detailed analyses to identify, analyze, understand, and monitor the organizations key performance indicators.
• Proactively assist in developing projects to identify opportunities for cost savings / profit enhancement, efficiency, and process improvement throughout the organization.
• Seek ways to improve standard reporting as requested or required.
• Recommend and develop policies, procedures and systems to meet company objectives.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.

• 3+ years of Finance/Accounting experience (Engineered to Order / ETO Manufacturing/Industrial experience a plus).
• Proven analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills within Accounting and Forecasting.
• Experience with a recognized ERP system (Oracle, SAP, JDE, etc.).
• Expertise with Excel.
• Ability to develop strong partnerships across multiple locations and functions; high degree of comfort operating in a matrix environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in leading change successfully.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and meet competing deadlines.
• Strong business analysis skills and results orientation.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improving financial and business operations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and presentation skills.
• Ability to drive projects through to completion by involving and persuading others.
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for getting involved in all aspects of the business.
• Have a sense of urgency and ownership in their delivery and flexibility in terms of their style and approach.

DOVER COMPETENCIES:

Results Driven

Strategic Mindset

Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ethics and Work Standards: Maintain the highest ethical and work standards, while promoting the same attributes in co-workers and others.  Ensure that all business activities – with both internal and external customers – to be performed with a professional demeanor and that all participants be held accountable to this high standard.

Communication:  Expresses thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing, using good grammar. Presents concise, well-organized reports in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.  Listens to understand input, feedback, and concerns.  Provides complete information in an open, honest, and straightforward manner.  Responds promptly and positively to questions and requests.

Teamwork and Relationships:  Works with other employees willingly and in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork.  Supports cooperation.  Demonstrates a commitment to the entire business and is supportive of all initiatives (company and departmental) to help grow Environmental Solutions Group business in the United States and abroad.  Cooperates fully with others to achieve organizational goals. Is tactful, courteous, and considerate.  Embraces a positive outlook.  Is respected and trusted by others.

Continual Improvement and Problem Resolution: Identifies and communicates suggestions for work improvements.  Uses technical and analytical abilities to assure existing work practices are the most efficient and cost effective possible. Performs root-cause analysis and implements viable, permanent solutions to problems.  Works with both internal and external customers to develop solutions which meet company-wide needs and objectives.  Applies a sense of urgency to resolve problems or creates opportunities that will increase productivity and create value.  Shares best practices with other employees across the business.

Accountability:  Accepts responsibility and accessibility for both the strategic planning and the successful implementation of all projects, programs, and duties as outlined in this job description. Advises supervisor of concerns, problems, and progress of work in a timely manner.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Function : Finance