Finance Leader - Power Tools Americas

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About The Position

The Finance Leader, Power Tools Americas provides financial leadership and control for the Americas region, serving as a key business partner to the VP, Power Tools Americas and regional leadership team. The role has responsibility for regional P&L performance, financial planning and analysis, and working capital and balance sheet management, including Accounts Receivable, Inventory, and Accounts Payable. The position provides direct financial oversight for the Southern Pines Manufacturing Facility, GXA Distribution Center, and Dallas Service Center, ensuring strong financial discipline, transparency, and cash generation across commercial, manufacturing, distribution, and service operations. The role reports to the VP, Finance, Power Tools & Lifting and operates in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required (MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred).
8–12+ years of progressive finance experience in controllership, FP&A, or operational finance roles.
Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, and service operations in a multi‑site environment.
Strong working knowledge of P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow management.
Experience with enterprise financial systems and planning tools (Oracle, Hyperion).
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment.
Commercial and operational acumen
Balance sheet and cash flow discipline
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
Executive‑level communication and financial storytelling
Ability to influence and collaborate in a matrixed organization

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic finance partner to the Power Tools Americas leadership team, providing data‑driven insights, financial challenge, and recommendations.
Deliver clear, executive‑level monthly financial results analysis, highlighting key drivers, risks, opportunities, and actions.
Monitor progress on key business initiatives including pricing actions, new product introductions, productivity programs, and strategic priorities.
Lead development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), quarterly forecasts, and long‑range plans for the Americas region.
Own forecast accuracy across revenue, margin, costs, and working capital.
Provide forward‑looking analysis of risks and opportunities using bookings, backlog, and lead‑time trends.
Lead plant controllership team providing financial support to: Southern Pines Manufacturing Facility GXA Distribution Center Dallas Service Center
Partner with site leadership on cost control, productivity, capital investment, and operational efficiency.
Review and challenge site forecasts, spending plans, and performance commitments.
Partner with Shared Services and cross‑functional teams to drive cash flow improvement initiatives: Accounts Receivable – credit, collections, dispute management, and DSO improvement. Inventory – inventory turns, excess and obsolete management, and alignment with SIOP. Accounts Payable – payment timing, term optimization, and policy compliance.
Ensure accurate balance sheet forecasting and disciplined execution against targets.
Lead the regional monthly close process, ensuring timely, accurate results and variance analysis.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, corporate finance policies, and internal control standards.
Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, scorecards, and KPIs to support decision‑making and operational efficiency.
Support pricing decisions, customer negotiations, and commercial initiatives with financial analysis and profitability assessments.
Oversee sales incentive plan calculations and accruals to ensure financial accuracy and alignment.
Lead and develop regional and site finance teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
Build strong working relationships across Finance, Shared Services, and cross‑functional partners.
Influence effectively in a matrixed organization, often without direct authority.