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Director of Finance

IDEX Material Processing Technologies (MPT)

A subsidiary of IDEX Corporation, has an excellent opportunity for a Director of Finance to join their local leadership team in Waterloo, ON.

IDEX MPT is a manufacturer of material processing equipment, specializing in mixing, compaction, dispersion and fluid processors for pharmaceutical, food and chemical markets. Our optimized technology enables our customers to achieve consistent, repeatable results in critical and precision liquid and powder handling applications.

Reporting to the Platform VP Finance, this person will partner with the Site lead and key business leaders within the business Unit as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.  They will be designated as a high-potential performer who will provide strategic financial and business leadership to the division providing financial and business oversight, management reporting, financial planning & analysis, business strategy initiatives, capital investments, and special projects.

This position will have full responsibility alongside the business unit General Manager for the P&L, balance sheet, and working capital.  This person will be expected to evaluate current procedures and processes and make recommendations to improve operations and efficiencies in line with GAAP & Corporate Policies. 

Key Responsibilities

• Key Business Partner Directing and overseeing all aspects of the Financial function.  Including Analytics, Accounting, Controls, Audit, and Compliance functions while providing financial and data-driven guidance to assess areas for improvement and to drive profitability partnering with leaders in organization
• Drive 80/20 in Commercial / Operational Strategy partnering with cross functional teams to reduce complexity, drive growth, and increase profitability through commercial and operational partnership. 
• Build Great Teams, coaching and developing Finance team members and broadening the fundamental understanding of finance & accounting across organization
• Leads monthly, quarterly and annual Forecasting and Budgeting Cycles, identifies commercial opportunities & risks and actively supports operational and sourcing planning to achieve results.  This includes use of IDEX Operating model, deploying operational productivity metrics, make/buy analytics, price, and inventory tools
• Front Line Hands On Leader providing direction and feedback to improve, automate, and streamline current accounting and reporting procedures to maximize the contribution our overall corporate strategic and business goals.
• Controllership Mindset ensuring all activities are executed fully in compliance with US GAAP and Corporate reporting policies.

Competencies, Skills and Abilities:

• Has extensive knowledge of ERP/Accounting systems, including process mapping, automated accounting instructions, strong operations acumen, and report writing
• Maintains an in-depth understanding of accounting principles, practices, procedures and controls; and demonstrates the ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.  Adheres to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) requirements.
• Must have strong technical skills combined with a well-rounded understanding of all aspects of the business.
• The ability to interact effectively with internal and external clients, across international regions and cross-functional company teams, is critical to success.
• Proactively learn finance reporting and analysis tools, systems and processes.
• Demonstrates the ability to persuade others to achieve excellence and to foster an environment of openness and teamwork in a supportive manner that facilitates his/her ability to achieve results.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, which includes active listening and communication with upper management.
• Advanced PC/ERP (JD Edwards) /OneStream experience

Requirements

• BS in Accounting or Finance; CPA and / or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant financial experience.  Knowledgeable in US GAAP and current financial reporting trends. 
• Prior business partnering experience as P&L owner strongly preferred.
• A hands-on, take-charge financial professional with strong financial and analytical skills. 
• Detail-oriented and able to work within a matrix management structure.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.  Strong business and common sense.
• Career-motivated, dedicated, committed leader.
• Prior manufacturing experience or exposure to inventory / cost accounting required.
• Job shop or project-based manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience in a multi-currency environment a plus

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled).

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