We are seeking a proactive and experienced finance leader to join our team, where they will take charge of implementing and enhancing financial processes and controls, as well as leading the financial integration of acquired businesses. This role plays a critical part in ensuring seamless transitions during acquisitions and driving improvements in financial operations. The Finance Transformation Manager will be instrumental in supporting the successful implementation of new software and business processes. This person will collaborate closely with the Assistant Controller, Controller, Sr Financial Analyst, CFO and Department Managers to improve Company profitability and improve business processes. The position requires a deep beginning to end understanding of major accounting processes and will blend process design, data analysis, operational problem solving, and exceptional communications skills. This role serves as the primary point of accountability for Finance Department project related responsibilities and will manage and/or support business and systems integrations across the Company. This role will require very strong Excel data skills to be able to collaborate with other departments to review and approve product, customer, and vendor data to ensure its completeness and accuracy.

Integration Leadership:

• Lead the financial integration process for newly acquired businesses, ensuring alignment with corporate accounting standards and timelines.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to streamline integration efforts and achieve operational efficiencies.
• Identify potential positions in NEFCO Shared Services for finance team members at acquired business.
• Track progress against the integration plan, lead issue resolution in real time, and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist with the development of a communication plan to keep employees informed throughout the integration process.
• Drives a streamlined data migration process for new acquisitions integrating into NEFCO ERP system.
• Ensures the completeness and accuracy of data from source systems being migrated to new software and systems.

Process Improvement and Controls:

• Automate financial and operational processes wherever possible.
• Work alongside the Controller to develop, improve, and maintain internal controls and revise procedures to meet compliance and regulatory standards, as necessary.
• Implement and establish controls over all Accounts and author control memos for financial audit.
• Become an expert in our Epicor Eclipse ERP system and be able to investigate accounting process scenarios and make recommendations for changes.
• Support annual Financial, 401k, Sales Tax, and lending partner audits.
• Produce and maintain the accounting department SOP’s.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in finance leadership role.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively (e.g. overseeing project timelines, resource allocation, etc.).
• Experience working in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.