Finance Manager

Valence Surface Technologies is a full-service surface finishing company specializing in the commercial aerospace, defense, space and satellite industries. With ten strategically located sites across the United States, Valence provides a start to finish solution from NDT and chemical processing, to paint and sub-assembly.

Position Summary:

The Finance and Administration Manager is responsible for the administrative and financial functions for the Facility. Must possess the ability to manage multiple projects and meet various deadlines in a busy office environment. Participate as a business partner to the plant giving guidance and direction to the plant management team with relation to accounting and finance. 

• Responsibilities

  • Responsible for maintenance and integrity of income statement and balance sheet including:
    • Accuracy of recording to the General Ledger including posting and reconciliation
    • Development and maintenance of sufficient internal controls and reviews to ensure integrity of statements
  • Responsible for forecasting/budgeting in partnership with the GM, corporate FP&A, and business development teams
  • Direct and manage timely collection of receivables and ensuring customers adhere to terms agreed to, serving as liaison between company and customer where necessary
  • Responsible for purchasing personnel and directing work to ensure most cost effective solutions from vendors including competitive bids and timely delivery
  • Responsible for timely and accurate support of all local initiatives of an administrative nature Ensure the timely reporting for all monthly financial information
  • Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.  Analyze and articulate revenue and cost  variances to budgets, forecasts and prior period results.
  • Verifies the accuracy of accounting documents and records Managing and directing finance needs with customers and vendors
  • Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
  • Ensure proper training and supervision of staff
  • Responsible for timely and accurate support of all corporate initiatives, information requests and back-up assistance
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• • Bachelor's Degree  Required, Field of Study: Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred)
  • Minimum 5 years of relatable experience. 
  • Possess supervisory skills and be able to effectively direct and prioritize the work of others.
  • Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
  • Ability to function as an effective team member through good communication and cooperation to meet defined goals. 
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.

Export Compliance Requirement
This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.