Finance Manager

We are seeking a seasoned Finance Manager to oversee and manage all financial operations of Dec USA, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across accounting, reporting, and financial planning. This newly created position is a key leadership role, managing a team of four and serving as a strategic partner to local management and the global finance organization.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for local financial audits, statutory and group reporting, intercompany transactions, cost control, and cash management. The position also plays an active role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making, working closely with business functions such as production, supply chain, and HR.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Control

• Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, planning, cash flow management, and financial reporting
• Strong focus on cash management
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
• Manage statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors for local financial audits.
• Oversee intercompany transactions with Dec Group entities, ensuring proper documentation, reconciliations, and compliance with group policies.
• Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with local and group accounting standards.

Business & Strategic Support

• Partner with operational leaders to monitor business performance and support decision-making.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to ensure Dec USA meets its financial targets.
• Support project and CAPEX evaluations, production costing, and inventory management.
• Contribute to cash flow optimization, working capital management, and financial risk assessment.
• Provide financial insight into key business initiatives and investments.

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop a small finance team
• Build the local finance function, implementing efficient processes and systems aligned with group standards.
• Act as the local finance representative and liaison with Group Finance in Switzerland.

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Identify, assess, and execute M&A opportunities in the region
• Lead due diligence, integration planning, and post-deal implementation

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Audit experience required
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in accounting, controlling, and FP&A.
• Proven experience managing a small team and interacting with international headquarters.
• Background in engineering, equipment manufacturing, construction, or industrial sectors strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to operate both strategically and operationally.
• Based in or willing to commute regularly to the Mauston area
• Hybrid role potential

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Due to government contracts ALL Dec USA employees are required to be United States citizens. Are you a citizen of the United States of America?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Finance: 8 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mauston, WI 53948 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000 - $160,000