Cfo - Manufacturing

Ahrens - CFO Manufacturing

**About Ahrens**:
Ahrens is a fifth-generation, South Australian family-owned company, with 120 years’ experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas. They have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by 1000-plus people.

**The Opportunity**:
Ahrens Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Manufacturing to support the Group General Managers and Divisional Managers in the accounting and administrative functions by providing key management information and achieving financial reporting objectives for the Business Units.** **As a key member of the leadership team, you will contribute to the company's success by driving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Group CFO, the CFO will play a critical role in providing strategic financial guidance and driving financial performance to support the company's growth objectives.

**Responsibilities**:

- Full accountability of the inventory costing systems including the set up and maintenance thereof.
- Ensure the accuracy of inventory by maintaining accurate standard cost and associated cost models for products.
- Assist with the development, maintenance and review of financial, operational and administrative.
- Policies and procedures to ensure they support the effective and uniform running of the business units and align with the overall group.
- Proactively develop controls or processes that will provide data integrity and efficiency.
- Ensure managers have a sound framework for undertaking annual forecasting, business planning and budgeting (that aligns with the overall group), and provide advice to managers when necessary.
- Work with managers to develop and maintain a performance management system which links operational and financial information and key performance indicators to our strategic and business goals.
- Provide models and reporting that delivers an understanding of costs in all areas.
- Provide leadership, direction and management of the finance and administration team in your business units.
- Risk management, including that arising from contracts with key customers.
- Provide advice and additional financial analysis to managers to ensure they develop an effective financial approach to achieving their business goals.
- Assist with cash flow monitoring, in conjunction with the Group CFO, to ensure the business units needs will be met.
- Liaise with managers on cash flow and cash flow forecasts to ensure good decision making.

**Why Work at Ahrens**

They are continually evolving and investing in our people and facilities to achieve satisfying outcomes.

They strive for a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, and aligns with their core values including commitment, integrity and safety. In return they reward those who passionately work towards realising their vision.

**Benefits**
- Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing
- Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
- Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
- Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
- Family, social and team building events
- Opportunities for career progression
- Friday afternoon team bonding

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
- Proven experience as a CFO or a senior finance executive in the manufacturing industry.
- In-depth knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Day-to-day financial operations experience of an organisation with annual turnover of at least $75M.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Excellent leadership and people management abilities, with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

Joining Ahrens Group as the CFO Manufacturing provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic organisation known for its commitment to excellence.