Overview/Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesCompany Overview:Schafer Industriesis a premier supplier of off-highway axles and differentiated precision gearing solutions. Established in 1934, Schafer Industries has locations in South Bend, IN, Roscoe, IL, Fredericktown, OH and Blacklick, OH. Schafer Industries is one of the few manufacturers of integrated axle solutions in the off-highway electric vehicle market. Schafer serves customers in a variety of end markets including off-highway vehicles, recreational vehicles, aerospace, defense, oil gas, material handling, powertrain, electric mobility, heavy duty trucking, agriculture, and construction. Our mission is to leverage world class capabilities to deliver superior products and services to maximize the value for our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities.
Position Summary:Schafer Industries is currently seeking a
Corporate Finance Manager located in
St. Louis, MO, reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for Schafer's corporate finance function. Adds value by delivering and presenting key financial data and analysis to leadership including the CFO and CEO on a regular basis. Works closely with HR leadership to ensure reliability of payroll and benefit information and processes. Supports and collaborates with business unit operations and accounting teams. Also works closely with parent company finance personnel to deliver financial reports and other data.
Why Work at Schafer Industries?- We are a growth-oriented company with a diversified customer base.
- We are committed to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- You will enjoy a collaborative work environment where your talents and opinions matter.
- We provide training as well as opportunities to work on projects in support of your career development.
- You will quickly see your impact when working with the team.
- We have competitive pay and benefits to include 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.
- We live our values of Safety, Integrity, Responsibility to Others, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement and Accountability in all that we do.
Schafer Gear Works offers a comprehensive, competitive total compensation program based on market trends. The company maintains training programs and tuition reimbursement to continually provide the opportunity for employees to enhance and improve their existing knowledge and skills. Benefits offered to employees and their families include:
- Medical, and Dental Plans
- Company Paid Vision Plan
- Company Paid Basic Life and AD D Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(K) Savings Plan (Including company match)
- Job Related Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Optional Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacations
Job Summary:The Corporate Finance Manager oversees corporate accounting, treasury, payables and financial payroll and benefits functions. Responsible for monthly financial statement consolidation and financial reporting as well as annual financial statement audits, internal audits and benefit plan audits. Assists with other projects as needed including capital expenditure analysis, cost reductions and process improvements, and system upgrades and implementations.
Essential Functions:- Responsible for monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statement closing and consolidation. Includes ensuring close timeliness and accuracy, performing and reviewing account reconciliations and journal entry preparations/postings.
- Prepare monthly financial reporting packages and other data for leadership, including the CFO and CEO, as well as parent company personnel.
- Oversee and coordinate all financial audits including year-end external audits, benefit plan audits and periodic internal audits.
- Manage the treasury function for all business units including cash flow monitoring and forecasting, accounts payable and disbursements. Complete bank reconciliations.
- Monitor and optimize working capital and related reserves including customer credit levels and doubtful accounts, excess and obsolete inventory and vendor payable terms.
- Oversee capital expenditure spending and assist with capital project analyses and approvals.
- Assist business units and CFO with annual budget process and performance tracking compared to operating and strategic plans.
- Manage one direct report responsible primarily for payables and payroll processes.
- Coordinate tax filings and information requests for Schafer business units and parent company tax personnel.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. CPA certification strongly preferred.
- 4-6 years of experience within a financial/accounting role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience with financial statement audits.
- Must have strong problem solving and decision-making skills and good business acumen.
- Desire and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional personnel at multiple business units.
- Travel to company manufacturing locations is required; approximately 10-20% as needed.
Schafer Industries is an EEO/AAP Employer:Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity. This means that we make employment decisions on the basis of job-related qualifications, skills and abilities and not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
As a federal subcontractor, we also are required to take affirmative action, or proactive measures, to prevent discrimination.
