Manager, Finance

Hillman•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Hillman is seeking an experienced Manager, Finance to lead full-cycle finance and accounting operations for the business, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, tax compliance, and audit management. The role manages a team of 3–4 finance professionals and serves as the primary liaison between the local business unit and Corporate Finance, aligning reporting, controls, and financial priorities. The position combines hands-on accounting leadership with compliance, audit, planning, and cross-functional business partnership responsibilities. The Manager leads budgeting and forecasting, prepares variance analyses and executive reporting, develops financial models, analyzes business performance, and partners with operational leaders on budgets, KPIs, and decision-making. The role also oversees accounting processes and close activities, monitors cash flow and working capital, ensures tax and accounting compliance, coordinates external audits, and maintains internal controls. In addition, the Manager develops the finance team and translates corporate policies and reporting standards into actionable guidance for the local business. Hillman is a provider of hardware and related products serving retail, pro distribution, and industrial MRO customers across North America. The opportunity relates to Hillman’s Commercial & Industrial business and the announced acquisition of Kanebridge Corporation, subject to customary closing conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
5–8+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including strong exposure to FP&A such as budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
Solid grounding in full-cycle accounting, including AR, AP, general ledger, and close processes.
At least 2 years of experience directly managing or supervising a team.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax compliance, and audit processes.
Proven experience managing or supporting external audits.
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar.
Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise effectively between local business teams and corporate stakeholders.
Strong leadership and team-development skills.
High attention to detail, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, including month-end close, audits, and tax filings.
Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional communication skills.
Ability to operate both tactically in day-to-day accounting and strategically in business partnering.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification.
Experience in a multi-entity or corporate-subsidiary reporting structure.
Familiarity with tax software and audit management tools.
Experience with process improvement or systems implementation projects.

Responsibilities

Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles, including rolling forecasts and re-forecasts.
Prepare monthly budget-versus-actual and forecast-versus-actual variance analyses and communicate key drivers to business leaders and Corporate Finance.
Develop and maintain financial models for business planning, pricing decisions, and investment or ROI analysis.
Analyze revenue, margin, and operating expense trends to identify risks and opportunities.
Partner with operational leaders to build department budgets and track performance against KPIs.
Support long-range strategic planning and scenario and sensitivity analysis.
Prepare board-level and executive reporting packages, including KPI dashboards and financial summaries.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements through data-driven analysis.
Oversee end-to-end accounting operations, including AR, AP, general ledger, and month-end and year-end close processes.
Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and cash application.
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
Monitor cash flow, working capital, and AR/AP aging reports to support business decisions.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations, including sales tax, income tax filings, and other statutory requirements.
Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors on tax filings, provisions, and audit requests.
Lead the annual external audit, including preparing schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and ensuring timely completion.
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, including SOX or equivalent controls, to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Stay current on changes in GAAP and tax regulations that affect the business.
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 3–4 finance and accounting professionals.
Set team goals, conduct performance reviews, and support professional growth.
Foster accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the team.
Manage workload distribution and ensure adequate coverage during month-end, audit, and tax-season peaks.
Serve as the primary contact between the business unit and Corporate Finance, maintaining communication and alignment on reporting requirements.
Translate corporate finance policies, timelines, and reporting standards into actionable guidance for the local team.
Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights, variance analysis, and support for operational decisions.
Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning with Corporate Finance.
Prepare and present financial summaries and updates to senior leadership as needed.