Manager, Finance
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Key details
- Salary
- $6K/yr
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 5–8 yrs
- Function
- Finance & Accounting
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 3d ago
Skills
accounts payableaccounts receivableauditcash applicationcash flowcmacpaerpexcelfinancial modelingfinancial statementsfp&agaapgeneral ledgerinternal controlsinventory managementinvoicingjournal entriesmanufacturing processesmicrosoft dynamicsnetsuiteoracleprocess improvementproduct costingsaptax filingsvariance analysis
About the role
Job Summary
Hillman is seeking an experienced Manager, Finance to own full-cycle finance and accounting operations for the business, including Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), general ledger, tax compliance, and audit management. This role leads a team of 3–4 finance professionals and serves as the key liaison between the local business unit and the Corporate Finance team, ensuring alignment on reporting, controls, and strategic financial priorities.
Who thrives here: The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can balance day-to-day accounting operations with higher-level compliance, audit, and cross-functional coordination responsibilities.
Essential Job Functions
Planning, Forecasting & Analysis
Lead the annual budget and periodic forecasts, including rolling forecasts and re-forecasts
Deliver monthly variance analysis (budget vs. actual, forecast vs. actual) and explain the key drivers to business leaders and Corporate Finance
Build and maintain financial models that support business planning, pricing decisions and investment/ROI analysis
Analyze revenue, margin and operating expense trends to surface risks and opportunities
Partner with operational leaders on department-level budgets and KPI tracking
Support long-range strategic planning, including scenario and sensitivity analysis
Prepare board-level and executive reporting packages, including KPI dashboards and financial summaries
Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities through data-driven analysis
Costing, Inventory, Pricing & Profitability
Own inventory management and product costing
Lead customer and item profitability analysis, and set customer pricing and quotes
Review manufacturing processes for efficiency and output, comparing actual costs and performance to standards
Accounting Operations
Oversee end-to-end accounting: AR, AP, the general ledger, and month-end and year-end close
Ensure timely, accurate invoicing, collections, vendor payments and cash application
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statements
Monitor cash flow, working capital and AR/AP aging to inform business decisions
Compliance, Tax & Audit
Ensure compliance with local, state and federal tax requirements, including sales tax, income tax filings and other statutory obligations
Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors on filings, provisions and audit requests
Lead the annual external audit: prepare schedules, answer auditor inquiries and keep the timeline on track
Maintain and strengthen internal controls (SOX or equivalent)
Stay current on GAAP and tax changes that affect the business
Team Leadership
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 3–4 finance/accounting professionals (AR, AP, and staff accountants)
Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and support professional growth
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the team
Manage workload distribution and ensure adequate coverage during peak periods (month-end, audit, tax season)
Business Partnership & Corporate Liaison
Act as the primary point of contact between the business unit and Corporate Finance, ensuring consistent 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 decision-making
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes in coordination with Corporate Finance
Prepare and present financial summaries and updates to senior leadership as needed
What You’ll Bring
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–8+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, with strong exposure to FP&A (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling)
Solid grounding in full-cycle accounting (AR/AP, GL, close processes)
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/financial modeling skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems (Epicor is an asset; NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar also valued)
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between local business teams and corporate stakeholders
Preferred
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
Key Competencies
Leadership and team development
Attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Prioritization across competing deadlines such as close, audit and tax filings
Clear interpersonal and cross-functional communication
Range to work tactically (daily accounting) and strategically (business partnering)
What Hillman Offers
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
About Hillman
Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Hillman is a leading provider of hardware and related products serving retail, pro distribution, and industrial MRO customers across North America. With a 1,200+ associate field sales team, direct-to-store distribution, world-class global sourcing, and a portfolio of more than 111,000 SKUs, Hillman has built a six-decade legacy of service and growth. Its Commercial & Industrial (C&I) business is an approximately $190M North American operation spanning several industrial fastening and hardware businesses, serving commercial and industrial customers, and is central to the company’s growth strategy.
About the opportunity
Hillman has announced the acquisition of Kanebridge Corporation, a leading U.S. master distributor of commercial and military-grade fasteners (announced August 2026; expected to close in Q4 2026, subject to customary conditions). For more than 45 years, Kanebridge has served distributors nationwide with 43,000+ SKUs, industry-leading fill rates, same-day shipping, and its proprietary FasNet digital ordering platform. The business generates approximately $64M in annual sales with roughly $30M in EBITDA.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected, long-established business into its next chapter as part of Hillman.
Hillman is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
#EX
Hillman is seeking an experienced Manager, Finance to own full-cycle finance and accounting operations for the business, including Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), general ledger, tax compliance, and audit management. This role leads a team of 3–4 finance professionals and serves as the key liaison between the local business unit and the Corporate Finance team, ensuring alignment on reporting, controls, and strategic financial priorities.
Who thrives here: The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can balance day-to-day accounting operations with higher-level compliance, audit, and cross-functional coordination responsibilities.
Essential Job Functions
Planning, Forecasting & Analysis
Lead the annual budget and periodic forecasts, including rolling forecasts and re-forecasts
Deliver monthly variance analysis (budget vs. actual, forecast vs. actual) and explain the key drivers to business leaders and Corporate Finance
Build and maintain financial models that support business planning, pricing decisions and investment/ROI analysis
Analyze revenue, margin and operating expense trends to surface risks and opportunities
Partner with operational leaders on department-level budgets and KPI tracking
Support long-range strategic planning, including scenario and sensitivity analysis
Prepare board-level and executive reporting packages, including KPI dashboards and financial summaries
Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities through data-driven analysis
Costing, Inventory, Pricing & Profitability
Own inventory management and product costing
Lead customer and item profitability analysis, and set customer pricing and quotes
Review manufacturing processes for efficiency and output, comparing actual costs and performance to standards
Accounting Operations
Oversee end-to-end accounting: AR, AP, the general ledger, and month-end and year-end close
Ensure timely, accurate invoicing, collections, vendor payments and cash application
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statements
Monitor cash flow, working capital and AR/AP aging to inform business decisions
Compliance, Tax & Audit
Ensure compliance with local, state and federal tax requirements, including sales tax, income tax filings and other statutory obligations
Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors on filings, provisions and audit requests
Lead the annual external audit: prepare schedules, answer auditor inquiries and keep the timeline on track
Maintain and strengthen internal controls (SOX or equivalent)
Stay current on GAAP and tax changes that affect the business
Team Leadership
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 3–4 finance/accounting professionals (AR, AP, and staff accountants)
Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and support professional growth
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the team
Manage workload distribution and ensure adequate coverage during peak periods (month-end, audit, tax season)
Business Partnership & Corporate Liaison
Act as the primary point of contact between the business unit and Corporate Finance, ensuring consistent 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 decision-making
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes in coordination with Corporate Finance
Prepare and present financial summaries and updates to senior leadership as needed
What You’ll Bring
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–8+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, with strong exposure to FP&A (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling)
Solid grounding in full-cycle accounting (AR/AP, GL, close processes)
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/financial modeling skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems (Epicor is an asset; NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar also valued)
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between local business teams and corporate stakeholders
Preferred
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
Key Competencies
Leadership and team development
Attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Prioritization across competing deadlines such as close, audit and tax filings
Clear interpersonal and cross-functional communication
Range to work tactically (daily accounting) and strategically (business partnering)
What Hillman Offers
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
About Hillman
Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Hillman is a leading provider of hardware and related products serving retail, pro distribution, and industrial MRO customers across North America. With a 1,200+ associate field sales team, direct-to-store distribution, world-class global sourcing, and a portfolio of more than 111,000 SKUs, Hillman has built a six-decade legacy of service and growth. Its Commercial & Industrial (C&I) business is an approximately $190M North American operation spanning several industrial fastening and hardware businesses, serving commercial and industrial customers, and is central to the company’s growth strategy.
About the opportunity
Hillman has announced the acquisition of Kanebridge Corporation, a leading U.S. master distributor of commercial and military-grade fasteners (announced August 2026; expected to close in Q4 2026, subject to customary conditions). For more than 45 years, Kanebridge has served distributors nationwide with 43,000+ SKUs, industry-leading fill rates, same-day shipping, and its proprietary FasNet digital ordering platform. The business generates approximately $64M in annual sales with roughly $30M in EBITDA.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected, long-established business into its next chapter as part of Hillman.
Hillman is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
#EX