Director of Finance

trak group

Cincinnati, OH

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JOB DETAILS

LOCATION

Cincinnati, OH

POSTED

5 days ago

Director of Finance

Setting/Hours: 100% In-Office | 8-5

Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Cincinnati, Ohio that’s expanding its Shared Services team.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Director of Finance to serve as the financial and operational
backbone of our growing organization. This role is responsible for ensuring the financial health of the business
while helping “keep the train on the track”across daily operations, cash flow, and internal processes.
The Director of Finance will partner closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to drive accountability,
improve workflows, and deliver accurate, timely financial insights that support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Operations & “Keep the Train on the Track”

Experience overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including sales order processing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
Strong understanding of order fulfillment workflows, including stock vs. Direct shipment processes
Experience working within an ERP system (preferably Acumatica) to manage and validate sales orders, purchase orders, and financial data
Proven ability to ensure accurate and timely invoicing across multiple revenue streams (product shipments, software, maintenance, and project work)
Experience monitoring accounts receivable aging and supporting or driving collections on past-due accounts
Demonstrated ability to manage cash flow, including developing and maintaining forecasts and overseeing payment processing (ACH/check)
Strong attention to detail in cash application, deposit posting, and reconciliation processes
Experience overseeing procurement activities, including purchase order creation, vendor coordination, and inventory replenishment
Ability to validate product specifications, pricing alignment, and delivery requirements to ensure operational accuracy
Strong organizational and analytical skills to keep financial operations running smoothly and aligned across the business

Financial Reporting & Close Process (“Close the Books”)

Experience leading the monthly close process and ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting
Strong background in preparing and reviewing journal entries, including areas such as credit cards, depreciation, allocations, and sales tax
Proven ability to perform detailed account reconciliations across a variety of areas, including bank accounts, vendor statements, accruals, liabilities, prepaids, deferred expenses, payroll accruals, and fixed assets
Experience managing and maintaining accurate inventory accounting, including oversight of physical counts and adjustments
Ability to calculate and manage commission and bonus accruals with a high degree of accuracy
Experience delivering comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages, including analysis of key drivers and clear, actionable commentary
Strong analytical skills with the ability to build, maintain, and enhance management dashboards that track KPIs and overall business performance
High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the integrity and reliability of financial data

Systems, Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Leadership

Experience leading ERP systems (preferably Acumatica), including managing external partners, driving system enhancements, and supporting reporting needs
Proven ability to improve and streamline business processes across departments to increase efficiency and accuracy
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience partnering closely with sales, operations, and administrative teams
Ability to enhance data integrity, reporting consistency, and overall operational visibility across the organization
Experience supporting inventory planning and replenishment processes from a financial or operational perspective
Familiarity with sales operations workflows and customer support coordination
Ability to support project-based reporting, including tracking profitability and performance metrics
Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions

Business Partner & Vendor Management

Experience managing relationships with key external partners, including banks, credit card/expense platforms, payroll providers, and technology vendors
Strong understanding of cash management practices and coordination with financial institutions
Ability to serve as the primary financial point of contact for cross-functional external stakeholders, including HR/payroll and marketing partners
Proven leadership experience overseeing accounting and administrative team members, with a focus on performance, accountability, and alignment
Ability to clearly define roles, responsibilities, and workflows to ensure operational efficiency
Demonstrated success mentoring and developing team members to support professional growth and organizational scalability
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively lead teams and collaborate with both internal and external partners

Qualifications:

Required Experience
•5–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
•Prior experience in a manager, Controller or senior accounting leadership role
•Strong financial reporting and month-end close process experience

Leadership Experience
•Proven ability to manage and develop people
•Experience improving processes and workflows across departments
•Track record of leading or supporting cross-functional projects and system implementations

Technical Skills
•ERP system experience required (Acumatica preferred or similar systems)
•Strong data orientation with the ability to translate numbers into actionable insights
•Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools

Preferred Background
•Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or industrial products
•Familiarity with inventory accounting and project-based revenue
•Experience supporting small to mid-sized, privately held businesses

What Success Looks Like
•Financials are accurate, timely, and actionable
•Cash flow is predictable and well-managed
•Processes run smoothly across departments
•Leadership has clear visibility into performance and key drivers
•The business operates with discipline while maintaining flexibility for growth

What We Offer
•A family-oriented culture with deep roots and strong values
•Clear paths for career growth and development
•Competitive compensation and benefits –including an uncapped bonus tied directly to company earnings
•Opportunity to make a direct impact in a high-visibility role

Compensation
•Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to make an impact, partner with trak group to explore this opportunity.

About the Company

trak group

trak group, established in 1972, is proud of its impeccable reputation as a professional recruiting and staffing firm. trak has demonstrated an unmatched level of expertise and success in the industry, and takes great pride in its A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

trak has been awarded “Best Places to Work” by the Business Courier three consecutive years; following the third and final nomination, trak was respectfully awarded with “The Best of the Best”. We continue to hold the Consumers’ Choice Award for Business Excellence and the “SPECTRUM Award” for Service Excellence from City Beat News indicating a 5-star customer service rating. Six of our employees have been inducted into the prestigious “International Hall of Fame” and four carry national certifications lending to their dedication and passion for our industry.

Specializing in direct hire, alternative hire and contract opportunities, trak is currently partnering with over 300 client companies in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Area. Because we are proud of our process, we take time to source, screen and evaluate each candidate. Our placement fields include office support, customer service, accounting and finance, operations, management, human resources, sales and marketing, engineering and supply chain management.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1972

WEBSITE

http://www.trakcincy.com/

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