Chief Financial Officer

Edge Plastics Inc

$130K — $145K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration required; MBA preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
  • 8-10 years of progressive financial management experience, including senior leadership roles.
  • Strong background in manufacturing environments with exceptional GAAP and technical financial reporting skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in manufacturing ERP/accounting software, Microsoft Excel and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Direct financial operations and lead the accounting department to ensure fiscal stability.
  • Partner with the owner to design long-term financial plans for growth.
  • Evaluate gross margins and shape pricing strategies based on data.
  • Manage operating cash flow and optimize the cash conversion cycle.
  • Oversee timely financial reporting, audits, and compliance while advising on business decisions.
  • Mentor and align the accounting team with corporate objectives for effective month-end close.
  • Maintain and manage cost models for manufacturing and operational allocations.

Benefits

  • Performance Management Bonus Incentive based on company and individual performance.
  • Exceptional Medical, Dental and Vision benefits.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance with voluntary options available.
  • 401K with company match to support retirement planning.
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education and development.
Full Job Description
Req Number
ACC-26-00003

Position
Chief Financial Officer

Category
Accounting/Finance

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Shift
-not applicable-

Location
Mansfield Ohio

Description

Company Profile

Edge Plastics Inc. is a premier injection molding manufacturer based in Mansfield, Ohio. The company produces high-quality household and industrial storage containers for major retailers across the United States and Canada. Driven by continuous growth, Edge Plastics regularly reinvests in state-of-the-art, high-efficiency machinery and automated equipment. As the company expands its product lines and captures greater market share, it remains dedicated to fostering a performance-based culture passionate about driving success for both employees and customers.

Job Summary: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) directs all financial operations, leads the accounting department, and ensures long-term fiscal stability. This executive role oversees reporting, audits, and tax compliance while driving profitability through strategic capital allocation and retail margin analysis.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Financial Planning: Partner with the owner to design and execute long-term financial plans that ensure corporate growth and fiscal stability.
  • Profitability & Pricing Analysis: Evaluate gross margins by SKU and major retail accounts to shape commercial and pricing strategies.
  • Capital Allocation & ROI: Assess CapEx ROI for new high-efficiency presses and automation to optimize Return on Assets (ROA).
  • Cash & Working Capital Management: Manage operating cash flow and the cash conversion cycle to maintain strong liquidity.
  • Reporting, Compliance & Advisory: Oversee timely monthly financial statements, audits, and tax filings while advising leadership on data-driven business decisions.
  • Team Leadership & Close Management: Direct, mentor, and align the accounting team with corporate objectives, ensuring an efficient and timely month-end close.
  • Precision Cost Accounting: Maintain and update the plant's manufacturing cost models, directly managing resin costing (cost per pound and variances), press capacity costing (rates for 250-ton through 1,500-ton presses), and operational allocations (cycle times, labor, and overhead).
  • Inventory & Plant Controls: Oversee inventory accuracy, monitor scrap rates, audit freight costs, and measure overall inventory turns.
  • Operations Partnership: Collaborate with plant operations to monitor bottom-line production floor KPIs, including OEE, machine utilization, and on-time delivery.


Required Skills and Abilities
  • Strategic Financial Leadership: Expertise in corporate finance, financial planning, forecasting, budget development, and profitability management.
  • Executive Leadership: Strong supervisory skills with a proven ability to mentor, motivate, delegate, and inspire high-performance.
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving: Advanced data-driven decision-making, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
  • Process & Quality Improvement: A continuous-improvement mindset focused on optimizing workflows and operational quality.
  • Technical Proficiency: Highly skilled in modern ERP, database, and advanced manufacturing accounting systems.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across all corporate levels.
  • Professional Integrity: Strong time management skills coupled with uncompromised honesty and ethical standards.


Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business administration required. MBA preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
  • Eight to ten years of progressive financial management experience including time in a senior leadership role.
  • Strong background in manufacturing environments with exceptional GAAP and technical financial reporting skills.
  • Advanced skills in manufacturing ERP/accounting software, Microsoft Excel and standard office applications.


Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Ability to routinely move around the facility, including accessing various corporate departments, the manufacturing plant floor and off-site warehouses.
  • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
  • Must be able to report to the brick-and-mortar office daily.
  • Must be able to offer flexibility in schedule to support business need.


Edge Plastics provides a competitive compensation package including:
  • Starting annual salary $130,000-$145,000 (based on experience and education)
  • Performance Management Bonus Incentive-based on company and individual performance-maximum potential up to 30% annual salary.
  • Exceptional Medical, Dental and Vision benefits.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Voluntary benefits also available: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401K with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Sick time


This position is currently accepting applications.

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