Banner
Logo

Director of Finance

Erie, PA
Pay
$180,000 per year
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO
Experience
10+ years finance/accounting; 5+ years senior finance leadership; manufacturing experience
Education
Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred

Director of Finance

Leads financial strategy, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, controls, and manufacturing cost accounting, with ERP financial systems work and team leadership. Requires a bachelor’s degree, 10+ years’ experience, and U.S. work authorization without sponsorship; health, dental, vision, life insurance, bonus opp, and PTO.

Director of Finance

Position Overview
The Director of Finance will lead financial strategy, reporting, and operational finance for a manufacturing-focused organization. This role is responsible for overseeing budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and analysis to support executive decision-making and drive profitable growth. The Director will partner with operations, supply chain, and IT to optimize cost structures, improve margin performance, and implement scalable ERP-driven financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and analysis for executive leadership and the board.
  • Own budgeting, forecasting and long-range financial planning; develop scenarios and sensitivity analyses to guide strategic decisions.
  • Manage month-end close, general ledger integrity, account reconciliations and financial reporting processes; establish and enforce strong internal controls.
  • Oversee cost accounting, product costing, inventory valuation and variance analysis specific to manufacturing operations.
  • Drive cash flow management, working capital optimization, capital expenditure planning and treasury relationships.
  • Implement and optimize ERP financial modules (experience with IQMS/DELMIAworks preferred); lead process improvements and integrations between finance and operational systems.
  • Supervise and mentor the accounting and financial planning team, including controller-level responsibilities where applicable; recruit, develop and retain high-performing staff.
  • Coordinate external audits, tax filings, compliance activities and relationships with auditors, tax advisors and banks.
  • Provide financial support for pricing, margin improvement initiatives, capital projects and operational performance metrics (KPIs).
  • Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering and sales to align financial goals with manufacturing performance and continuous improvement programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or equivalent professional certification.
  • 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role (Director/Controller level) ideally within a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with manufacturing cost accounting, inventory management and production variance analysis.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and supporting ERP financial systems; specific experience with IQMS and DELMIAworks is highly desirable.
  • Strong technical skills in financial modeling, ERP reporting, Excel and BI/reporting tools.
  • Proven leadership and people management skills, with experience building and developing finance teams.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders and senior executives.
  • Track record of driving process improvements, strengthening internal controls and supporting audit and compliance efforts.
  • Experience with M&A support, capital project evaluation and strategic financial planning is a plus.

Benefits

  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Bonus Opp
  • PTO
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 09/14/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$150000 - $180000 USD per year
Experience
10+ years finance/accounting; 5+ years senior finance leadership; manufacturing experience
Education
Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred
Certifications
CPA preferred or equivalent professional certification
Department
Finance

Quick Apply

Fill out this form to apply

Clicking the button constitutes your express written consent to be contacted via phone call, email and/or text by CyberCoders, and/or HireMaster, on behalf of any third party at the number(s) and/or email address you provided. You understand that these calls, text and/or email messages may be generated using an automated technology. View Our Disclosure Form Here