Overview

Columbus Industries is a fast-growing manufacturing and distribution company that is dedicated to making the world a Safer, Healthier and More Productive Place by providing Pure Air Technologies. The company manufactures a broad range of products includes both branded and private label HVAC air filters with superior media technology that enables the highest efficiency with the lowest pressure drop. The company’s filter offering includes panel, pleated and mini-pleated filters, among others, that are focused on the highest minimum-efficiency-reporting-values ratings and high-efficiency-particulate-absorbing requirements. We manufacture products for brand name customers in both OEM commercial and retail markets.

Columbus Industries is part of Filtration Group, a global market-leading provider of filtration consumables that drives innovation and delivers solutions across a broad spectrum of applications and end-markets, with a focus on life sciences, indoor air quality and industrial technologies. 

We are seeking a Financial Reporting Manager to join our organization as a key member of the finance team responsible for monthly, annual and interim financial reporting along with the overall financial controls for the company. The incumbent develops, analyzes and interprets statistical and accounting information to appraise profitability, performance against budget and forecasts. The position is expected to work hybrid onsite and remote as needed to fulfill the scope of the role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for reporting and analyzing operating profitability, cash flow and statements of financial position of the business.
• Directs the preparation and analysis of supplemental financial management reports.
• Respond to corporate and divisional requests for information, reports and metrics.
• Ensures that policies and procedures are in accordance with corporate guidelines and generally accepted accounting principles and SOX, including proper internal controls and monthly reconciliation of accounts.
• Coordinates the audit of the company with the outside CPA firm.
• Evaluate and oversee real estate and equipment lease agreements.
• Provides financial support for the other functional departments.
• Prepares and/or reviews capital expenditure proposals and tracks project progress.
• Assist with other Finance department functions as needed including inventory and cost accounting, fixed assets, and cash receipts and disbursement related processes.
• Make recommendations for improving effectiveness of accounting policies and procedures.
• Special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA/CMA preferred
• 3 to 5 years in finance
• Experience in a SOX environment
• Manufacturing background; experience with foreign operations is helpful
• Analytical thinking skills; detail oriented; ability to meet deadlines
• Strong PC skills, Microsoft Office including advanced Excel functions, computerized accounting environment; JD Edwards (World) experience is helpful

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance 
• 401k with company match
• Family leave - maternity/paternity/adoption
• Health and wellness benefits 
• Training and development opportunities 
• Inclusive and engaged workplace culture 

More about Us

Columbus Industries is part of Filtration Group. Filtration Group is a global market-leading provider of filtration consumables that are designed to drive innovation and deliver solutions across a broad spectrum of applications and end-markets, with a focus on life sciences, indoor air quality and industrial technologies. With a global workforce of nearly 10,000 dedicated team members and a footprint that spans 27 countries, we are committed to partnering closely with our customers to further our mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive. Cultivating Talent and building strong Teams are critical to our success. We know that fulfilling our mission is only possible when we foster an entrepreneurial culture built on a foundation of trust, in which our leaders exhibit a strong bias for action. Join us as we build a truly remarkable company that will long outlast us! 

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This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory, or environmental demands may be referenced to communicate the way this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Filtration Group will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship. 

Filtration Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all team members, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe the work we do and the mission we spread is at it’s best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self.