Director Finance

Graybar•Diamond Bar, CA

14d•$149,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Make a difference. The Director of Finance implements accounting, credit and collection, and other financial policies for a district; provide financial advice; and recommend solutions to improve profitability and asset management to the District Vice President. You will be responsible for assigned territory with revenues over $1.1B. In this role you will: Direct compliance with the Company's credit and collection policy, and ensure attainment of annual days sales outstanding and customer bad debt expense budgets. Develop relationships with strategic customers to assist with the attainment of sales and gross margin targets. Direct the preparation of the assigned district's annual budget, monthly reports on collection, and monthly projections. Direct the implementation of the Company's accounting operations in the assigned district, and provide a formal quarterly and annual certification of the results. Hire, train, and supervise the accounting and financial staff. Manage all internal and external audit inquiries, and ensure complete and timely reports. Manage the Company's leased automobile program. Advise and provide analytical support to aid the District Vice President and branch management with strategic business decisions. Manage supplier relationships at the district level; negotiate contracts, resolve disputes, and evaluate financial information to mitigate potential risk.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience required: Progressive experience in accounting, finance, and wholesale credit and collections
Four-year degree required: Concentration or major in finance, accounting, or economics

Nice To Haves

11+ years of experience preferred: Increasing responsibility in Graybar field financial and accounting operations, or equivalent
Advanced degree preferred: Masters of Business Administration from an accredited institution

Responsibilities

Direct compliance with the Company's credit and collection policy, and ensure attainment of annual days sales outstanding and customer bad debt expense budgets.
Develop relationships with strategic customers to assist with the attainment of sales and gross margin targets.
Direct the preparation of the assigned district's annual budget, monthly reports on collection, and monthly projections.
Direct the implementation of the Company's accounting operations in the assigned district, and provide a formal quarterly and annual certification of the results.
Hire, train, and supervise the accounting and financial staff.
Manage all internal and external audit inquiries, and ensure complete and timely reports.
Manage the Company's leased automobile program.
Advise and provide analytical support to aid the District Vice President and branch management with strategic business decisions.
Manage supplier relationships at the district level; negotiate contracts, resolve disputes, and evaluate financial information to mitigate potential risk.

Benefits

Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.