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Finance Manager
Direct Wire and Cable is seeking a Finance Manager to lead and support financial operations at our Denver, PA facility in Lancaster County. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, managing daily activities, and guiding a small team, including direct reports.
This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strengthening processes, and supporting business decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Finance Manager will work closely with leadership across the organization while maintaining strong day-to-day involvement in accounting operations.
This role is onsite during the initial training period. Once fully trained and established in the role, a hybrid work schedule may be available based on candidate location. Due to team leadership responsibilities, regular onsite presence is expected to ensure accessibility, support, and collaboration.
We are looking for a practical, detail-oriented leader who takes ownership, communicates effectively, and can balance both strategic and day-to-day financial responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury activities
- Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Prepare and review financial statements, analyze variances, and support actionable insights
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, including tracking performance against plan
- Support audits and tax processes with accurate documentation and coordination
- Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and financial decision-making
- Oversee rebate accruals and coordinate updates with Sales
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting, systems, and overall efficiency
- Supervise, coach, and develop team members, ensuring strong daily execution and professional growth
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- 3–5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience (manufacturing experience a plus)
- Prior experience leading projects, processes, or small teams; direct supervisory experience required
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families starting on day one
- Company-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Coverage options for disability, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, and life insurance
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with a 5% company match after 90 days of employment
- Pet insurance
- Generous paid time off, wellness days for onsite roles, and paid holidays
Work Schedule & Location
- Monday–Friday at our Denver, PA facility
- Daily onsite presence required to support leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional partnership
- Hybrid flexibility available after full training is completed
Our Core Values
- Be a Great Person: Practice the highest integrity, care for and respect others, and always do the right thing
- Serve Your Customers Well: Do whatever it takes for customer success and drive mutual outcomes
- Do Great Work: Continuously improve, take initiative, and maintain strong attention to detail
- Be a Great Teammate: Bring a positive attitude, listen well, and support others across the organization
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, PA 17517