Director, Finance

Country: United States
City: Knoxville

About CRH

CRH is the leading global diversified building materials business in the world with over 3,100 locations worldwide. We manufacture and supply a diverse range of superior building materials and products, used extensively in the built environment, in infrastructure, housing and commercial construction projects, of all sizes, all across the world.

To find out more, visit our website www.crh.com.

Position Overview

Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Finance provides finance leadership, and works closely with senior management. Responsibilities include oversight of financial systems and procedures including month-end closings, effective communication, and implementation of policies and practices. Strategically preparing finance teams for rapid growth.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Oversees regional accounting team personnel and functions in the day-to-day financial activities of the Company and the preparation of internal financial statements.

• Works closely with CFO, and other senior members of management on financial planning, and strategic planning.

• Oversees regionally related functions which work with all areas of our businesses, including fixed assets, liquid asphalt, etc.

• Drives for organizational improvement and envisions and creates more efficient service centers.

• Provide strategic financial leadership and support for the evaluation of capital expenditures, contracts, forecasts, budgets, strategic plans, and other financial issues affecting the business.

• Prepares operating budgets and management reports; makes independent economic analyses of business opportunities; and evaluates the financial impact of related actions being considered by the corporation.

• Assists in the integration of accounting systems for new entities.

• Organizes, interprets, and presents operating and financial data, including identification of significant indicators to senior management.

• Ensures that effective corporate and operational systems are established and maintained.

• Recommend and lead new efforts to improve management and financial performance.

• Ensure that adequate controls are implemented and maintained to safeguard financial risk and assets of the organization. Ensures that effective corporate and operational systems are established and maintained.

• Works in conjunction with auditors in the preparation of audited financial statements.

• Ensures compliance with state tax (sales, income, etc.) laws in several states, including collection, payment and reporting.

• Ensure the motivation and team building, performance management, career development, and succession planning for all department employees.

• Stay abreast of trends and regulations to ensure effectiveness and compliance of the finance and accounting functions. Assist in performing all tasks necessary to achieve and help execute staff succession and growth plans.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance or Business, plus 5-10 years of relevant financial management experience. CPA and/or MBA preferred but not required.

• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.

• Strong financial analysis capabilities, including cash flow modeling and analysis.

• Skill in examining and establishing proper financial operations and procedures.

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

• Strategic leadership and ability to connect with people and drive development.

• Ability to translate business objectives into actionable, measurable initiatives.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Must demonstrate the ability to use a computer to communicate and analyze data. This includes but is not limited to the use of Outlook, MS Office programs, Hyperion financial software and other web-based programs.

• Strong values and high standards of ethics, integrity, and trust.

• Highly effective oral and written communication skills required.

• Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other personnel.

• Ability to develop and foster relationships and trust at all levels of the organization.

• The ability to lead effective teams and develop direct reports.

• Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong negotiation and project management skills.

• Business acumen in manufacturing, distribution and/or construction operations.

• Strong action orientation and drive for results.

• Strong oral/written communication, presentation and listening skills.

• The ability to deal with ambiguity and facilitate change.

• The ability to lead effective teams and develop direct reports.

General Requirements

• Mobility to attend various meetings and events at offsite locations

• Hours are extended throughout the year to include nights and weekends when necessary

• Travel may be required

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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