Finance & economics Director of finance

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE.

fargo, north dakota Posted 8/14/2026 Closes 10/14/2026 Job details Summary Spherion $195,000

• $215,000 per year Permanent 8:00 AM
• 5:00 PM Industry finance & economics (Business and Financial Operations Occupations) Reference number S_179312 Spherion Staffing has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced executive finance leader.

As the Director of Finance, you will direct and oversee all financial strategy, compliance, administration, tax, and legal activities across our global multi-site operations. Serving as a trusted strategic partner to executive leadership, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial strategy, business planning, and operational performance. If you thrive in dynamic, manufacturing-driven environments and are ready to lead cross-functional teams toward scalable growth, we want to hear from you. Base salary at $195,000 Base Salary + 15% Target Bonus ($215,000 Total Target Compensation)

Travel:

Up to 25% nationally & internationally

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Advisory:

  Partner directly with the C-suite on strategic planning, expansion opportunities, continuous improvement initiatives, and operational restructurings.

• Financial Planning & Forecasting:

  Drive the organizational budgeting and forecasting process; analyze actual performance against targets to guide business decisions. ...

• Financial Reporting & Close:

  Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial statements, shareholder reporting, and governmental filings.

• Operational Leadership:

  Directly manage and mentor department heads across Accounting, Controlling, and IT.

• Compliance & Financial Operations:

  Manage legal compliance, cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, tax strategy, and complex international transfer pricing.

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Systems & Continuous Improvement:

Lead strategic technology initiatives, including system implementations, digital transformation, and ERP system enhancements.

Working hours:

8:00 AM

• 5:00

PM Skills:

MBA, Master's in Finance, and/or CPA certification.

Education:

Bachelors Experience:

10+ years

Qualifications:

• Education:

  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required.

• Leadership Experience:

  10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment.

• Accounting Expertise:

  Strong proficiency in accrual-based accounting, work-in-process (WIP) accounting, and project-based job costing.

• Global Standards:

  Demonstrated experience in U.S. GAAP and international standards (IFRS and/or HGB).

• Technical Proficiency:

  Deep experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced financial reporting software.

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Core Competencies:

Outstanding communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with a proven track record of managing cross-cultural, multi-site teams. To be considered, please apply online at www.spherion.com/apply or if you have questions you can reach out to Troy Thoms at 605-610-3204 Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show more key responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Advisory:

  Partner directly with the C-suite on strategic planning, expansion opportunities, continuous improvement initiatives, and operational restructurings

• Financial Planning & Forecasting:

  Drive the organizational budgeting and forecasting process; analyze actual performance against targets to guide business decisions

• Financial Reporting & Close:

  Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial statements, shareholder reporting, and governmental filings

• Operational Leadership:

  Directly manage and mentor department heads across Accounting, Controlling, and IT

• Compliance & Financial Operations:

  Manage legal compliance, cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, tax strategy, and complex international transfer pricing

• Systems & Continuous Improvement:

  Lead strategic technology initiatives, including system implementations, digital transformation, and ERP system enhancements. experience 10+ years skills MBA, Master's in Finance, and/or CPA certification. qualifications

• Education:

  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required

• Leadership Experience:

  10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment

• Accounting Expertise:

  Strong proficiency in accrual-based accounting, work-in-process (WIP) accounting, and project-based job costing

• Global Standards:

  Demonstrated experience in U.S. GAAP and international standards (IFRS and/or HGB)

• Technical Proficiency:

  Deep experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced financial reporting software

•

Core Competencies:

Outstanding communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with a proven track record of managing cross-cultural, multi-site teams. education Bachelors share this job. send via e-mail print it Get in touch. We are here to help you with your questions. TT Troy Thoms karencolvin@spherion.com