Director of Finance

Midwest Filtration LLC is a privately held, leading U.S. designer and provider of filtration media, serving well-known filter manufacturers across a wide range of industrial, consumer and healthcare segments. The Company operates from a 180,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility housing their warehouse, production plant and fully equipped testing lab, with the latest addition of a best-in-class ultrasonic lamination line to further expand the company converting capabilities.

Our team draws on decades of technical and manufacturing expertise to provide the best overall media solutions available. Our focus is to become the extension, and partner of choice, to filter manufacturers and provide a rapid and reliable solution for demanding filtration applications.

Midwest Filtration has earned a strong reputation for meeting the tough filtration requirements of a wide range of applications and industries with air and liquid products. The Company’s customer base includes numerous industries which include transportation, energy and power generation, micro-electronics, aerospace, metalworking, pool & spa, pharmaceuticals, drinking water, wastewater, chemicals and petrochemical, HVAC, food and beverage, building and construction, consumer, etc.

Located in the northern suburbs of Cincinnati, OH, Midwest Filtration is a family-owned business, with approximately 100 employees today.

Job Overview

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Finance to lead our accounting and finance team in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. This individual will oversee all financial operations, including reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, balance sheet and cash flow management, depreciation, and tax compliance. The Director of Finance will also lead ERP processes for the finance team, maintain strong banking and financing relationships, and serve as the primary liaison with external financial auditors.

The ideal candidate has exceptional leadership skills, deep financial expertise, and a proven ability to drive accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial planning.

Work Location and Format:

9775 International Blvd. Cincinnati OH, 45246

Position is Salary-Exempt

Reports To: President

·Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

· 401K retirement savings plan

· Paid vacation and paid designated holidays

· Wellness program benefit

Responsibilities:

·Lead and develop the accounting and finance team which consists of 3 team members.

· Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

· Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, balance sheet, cash flow, depreciation schedules, and tax filings.

· Maintain and optimize ERP systems for finance and accounting processes.

· Develop forward-looking financials to provide insights into operations of the next quarter, next year and next 3 years.

· Prepare and present financial reports to the President and CEO, providing strategic insights and recommendations.

· Lead CAPEX plan approval and ROI process based on business needs and ROI.

· Lead profitability analyses to identify potential opportunities for improvement. Work closely with the President and department heads to ensure cost effective and efficient operations.

· Optimize cash management and conduct regular analysis of cash flow. Maintain 13-week cash flow models to a high degree of accuracy.

· Serve as the primary liaison with external auditing firms and ensure timely completion of audits.

· Manage banking and financing relationships, including compliance with reporting requirements and covenant monitoring.

· Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets.

· Support strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

· Monitor key financial metrics and drive initiatives to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

· Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

· Other duties as assigned by the company

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

· Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.

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