Senior Director Finance - Commercial
About The Position
ASC Engineered Solutions is looking for a Sr Director, Commercial Finance, to join our team in Oak Brook, Illinois. This role offers the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment where flexibility and adaptability are essential. As a key member of our leadership team, you will oversee two direct reports and have responsibility for the full scope of commercial finance activities. The ideal candidate will collaborate across multiple functions to ensure the achievement of organizational goals, drive business growth, and foster innovation. You will partner closely with commercial, sales, and operational teams to develop strategies, analyze financial performance, and support decision-making. This position provides significant opportunities for professional development in a dynamic setting with numerous areas to expand your skills and influence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field; Master’s degree or MBA strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in commercial finance and related disciplines.
- At least 5 years of direct management experience, with a proven track record of leading teams successfully.
- Demonstrated history of achievement in high-impact financial roles within fast-paced organizations.
- Expertise in modern financial tools and technology, with a strong background in reporting, analysis, and forecasting.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to drive strategic initiatives and deliver results across complex business environments.
- Familiarity with SOX compliance, risk management, and regulatory standards typical of Fortune 100 manufacturing companies.
- Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
- Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with global operations and international finance, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of two direct reports, supporting their growth and development.
- Take full ownership of all commercial finance functions—overseeing end-to-end activities including robust forecasting, in-depth analysis, strategic business partnering, and high-impact planning to drive the financial success of the organization.
- Demonstrate proven experience in developing and leveraging modern tools for reporting, analysis, scenario modeling and forecasting.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive results and achieve organizational objectives.
- Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
- Work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with considerable scope for professional advancement.
- Champion best-in-class compliance, risk management, and internal controls consistent with Fortune 100 standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead initiatives for operational excellence, including Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies commonly used at large global manufacturers.
- Manage large-scale, complex projects across multiple business units and geographies, demonstrating agility and strategic vision.
- Build and maintain strong relationships at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership and external stakeholders.
- Foster a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, aligning with Fortune 100 company values.
- Drive digital transformation and adoption of advanced analytics and automation within finance operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
