Alamo Group Inc. is accepting applications to fill a Sr. Director, Division Finance position at its Corporate Headquarters in New Braunfels, TX.

The Sr. Director, Division Finance, oversees the financial activities of a multi-unit global company. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Division Finance, this position leads the preparation of reports and analysis which consolidate, summarize and forecast the company's business activity and financial position in areas of income, expense and earnings based on post, present and expected operations; to include P&L, balance sheet, operating budgets, and key metrics (KPI's). Maintains a system of internal controls to protect the division and company assets.

Alamo Group Inc. is accepting applications to fill a Sr. Director, Division Finance position at its Corporate Headquarters in New Braunfels, TX.

The Sr. Director, Division Finance, oversees the financial activities of a multi-unit global company. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Division Finance, this position leads the preparation of reports and analysis which consolidate, summarize and forecast the company's business activity and financial position in areas of income, expense and earnings based on post, present and expected operations; to include P&L, balance sheet, operating budgets, and key metrics (KPI's). Maintains a system of internal controls to protect the division and company assets.

The Sr. Director, Division Finance will:

1. Lead transformation of consistency in reporting/analysis at all levels (Operating entities, Group Entities, and Corporate) through collaboration with Group Controllers and VP of Corporate Finance.
2. Collaborate with Group Controllers to achieve the company strategy and financial targets.
3. Support Division Finance VP in providing strategic counsel and insights to EVP's to drive profitable growth.
4. Lead and oversee preparation and consolidation of financial statements, business activity reports, forecasts, and annual budgets for Alamo Groups operating entities.
5. Supports M&A activities at the division and corporate level by analyzing potential acquisitions or divestitures, participating in due diligence activities and leading/supporting business integration activities as needed.
6. Liaise with corporate accounting team in preparation of materials to support internal and external audits as required.
7. Develop and maintain internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures in order to ensure completion of accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
8. Participate in or lead digitalization efforts such as ERP upgrades, automation implementation, and others.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

1. Advanced knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data (Cost Accounting, GAAP, IFRS, etc.).
2. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and financial planning.
3. Adept at developing opportunities through close collaboration with peers and colleagues.
4. Adept at leadership and management of change with the ability to diagnose and solve problems, articulate a plan, continuously improve processes, and implement solutions.
5. Highly skilled and proficient with the use of personal computers; including financial spreadsheet analysis and mainstream office software; ability to author, design and deliver professional MS PowerPoint presentations a plus.
6. Able to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
7. Able to identify and consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choose the most appropriate solution.
8. Able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
9. Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the ability to formulate and deliver ideas and material in a clear and concise manner.
10. Able to effectively challenge the status quo across multiple entities (division and enterprise-wide).
11. Able to work irregular and/or long hours including weekends and holidays as financial reporting schedules dictate.
12. Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group's Core Leadership Competencies:
    1. Leading Change / Change Management: Ability to drive improvement of team, division, and corporate goals and objectives through people. Ability to balance change and continually strive to improve business performance.
    2. Leading People / Teamwork: Ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employees' potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the team, division, and corporate objectives.
    3. Communication: Ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. The ability to develop internal and external networks and identify the issues that impact the work of the organization.
    4. Business Acumen: Understands and interprets business financials and metrics, and utilizes latest business strategies. Focuses on outcomes and creates opportunities for success. Acquires and utilizes human, financial, material and information resources effectively.
    5. Results Driven: Ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and the implementation and evaluation of business metrics, systems, policies, and program; stressing accountability and continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field is required. MBA and/or CPA is preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting is required; preferably in a publicly traded manufacturing operation.
• Demonstrated success managing finance across multiple business units or divisions, with experience aligning diverse teams around unified operational goals.

Working Conditions:

Primarily in an office environment indoors with frequent sitting for extended periods of time with occasional walking in and around a non-climate-controlled metal manufacturing plant. May be required to travel (frequently) by automobile and/or common air carrier, with overnight stays (travel ~ 15-20%). Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of 10 pounds, stooping, reaching, and bending in performance of financial and administrative responsibilities.