Finance Director

KOMPAN U.S. is looking for an experienced Finance Director to oversee all financial aspects of the business and drive the company’s financial strategy and planning.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Finance Director will have deep expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a strong focus on driving operational efficiencies and strategic growth. This individual will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, improving processes, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As a global leader with an organizational focus on people, passion, progress, and performance, our mission is to create healthier and happier communities by delivering the best in play and fitness solutions. We’re KOMPAN - let’s play!

Who We Are

For more than 50 years, KOMPAN has researched, designed, and built innovative and imaginative commercial playground equipment and outdoor fitness sites that captivate all ages and abilities.

In collaboration with our global headquarters in Denmark, KOMPAN designs, manufactures, and installs more than 1,000 sites a month across 90 different countries. Our North American headquarters, located in Austin, Texas, supports field sales around the U.S. and Canada.

Leaders at KOMPAN are open, informal, and non-hierarchical. They are eager to delegate, involve, inspire, and energize their teams and celebrate results. KOMPAN leaders take pride in developing their people and building competencies and capabilities together.

What You’ll Do

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function for the company, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategies aligned with the manufacturing business goals.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity to ensure sufficient working capital to support business cycles and capital investment.

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, regulatory filings, and reports, in full compliance with all accounting standards, local regulations, and industry-specific guidelines.
• Analyze key cost drivers and financial metrics to provide insights and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls, ensuring adherence to manufacturing-specific financial policies and safeguarding of company assets.
• Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth audits, tax compliance, and adherence to industry regulations.
• Oversee the integrity and accuracy of financial data, collaborating with both internal finance teams and external service providers.
• Responsible for risk management processes and developing risk control strategies to reduce the financial and legal impact on the operation

Business Operations & Financial Management:

• Lead the finance function in supporting operational efficiency and scalability, including optimizing the financial aspects of operational costs, supply chain, and inventory management.
• Oversee key financial functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and inventory accounting.
• Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives within the finance and accounting functions, driving process enhancements that support the scaling of the business.
• Collaborate with sales, operations and supply chain teams to optimize cost structures and identify opportunities for operational cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Partner with Global and Senior Leadership Teams on monthly Business Reviews

Strategic Leadership:

• Oversee and manage finance and accounting to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with the executive team and ownership to develop and execute strategic initiatives, capital allocation decisions, and growth plans tailored to the business environment.
• Provide financial leadership to support new market development expansion and capital investment decisions, ensuring profitability and ROI optimization.
• Mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in alignment with manufacturing excellence.
• Offer strategic financial input on key decisions, such as evaluating new business opportunities, managing profit and loss within production environments, and assessing investment in technology or facilities.

What You’ll Need

• Master’s degree in finance or related area.
• Proven experience (typically 10 years) in a senior financial leadership role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of financials, cost accounting, inventory management, and production processes.
• Expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting, with the ability to link financial data to operational performance.
• Detail-oriented with excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, preferably with experience in systems tailored to manufacturing environments (Power BI).
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Austin, TX.

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Competitive PTO and robust holiday schedule

KOMPAN is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.