We are seeking a seasoned Director of Finance to oversee and manage all financial, legal and IT activities for DEC’s North American business, based in Brick, New Jersey. This individual will manage a small but highly capable team and will serve as a key strategic partner to senior leadership in driving growth, ensuring compliance, and enabling sound decision-making. This role reports directly to the local Managing Director and the Group Finance Director based in Switzerland and will act as a strategic partner to the local management team to support aggressive growth—both organically and through acquisitions.

This is a high-impact leadership role in a PE-backed industrial manufacturing environment, ideal for a hands-on, operationally savvy finance executive with proven success in dynamic, multinational settings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & Strategy

Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, planning, cash flow management, and financial reporting
Strong focus on cash management
Partner with executive leadership to shape and execute growth strategies across North America
Ensure alignment with global financial objectives and reporting requirements

Accounting, Tax & Legal Compliance

Oversee all accounting practices, internal controls, audits, and statutory reporting
Manage tax planning, compliance, and filings across relevant jurisdictions
Supervise legal matters, including contracts, regulatory issues, and risk management
Manage external auditors during the year end audit process.

Supply Chain & Operations

Lead and optimize supply chain and procurement strategies in collaboration with local and global operations
Drive efficiency improvements and cost control across sourcing, logistics, and warehousing

Information Technology

Supervise IT infrastructure and ERP systems to support current operations and scalable growth
Ensure data integrity, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives

Mergers & Acquisitions

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

Requirements:

Minimum 10 years of progressive financial and operational experience in a leadership role
Strong background in industrial manufacturing, ideally within private equity-backed businesses
Big 4 public accounting/audit experience is helpful
Demonstrated experience managing the financial function of a foreign subsidiary of a multinational group
Proven success in scaling operations in high-growth environments, including M&A execution
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, tax law, and regulatory standards
ERP system expertise: Power BI or equivalent experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; MBA or CPA preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $200,000.00 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:

Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Township of Brick, NJ 08724 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Township of Brick, NJ 08724: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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