Finance Leader, Americas

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The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong’s R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into ArmaFlex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, 70 years later, ArmaFlex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success. 

The Finance Leader, Americas serves as a strategic financial partner for Armacell’s Advanced Insulation and Component Foam divisions across North and South America. Based in North Carolina, this role is a key member of the regional leadership team, responsible for driving financial performance, operational excellence, and risk management. Reporting operationally to the VP Americas and functionally to the Group CFO, the Finance Leader oversees a high-performing team and plays a critical role in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and supporting M&A activities, while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and overall business partnership.

What Armacell can offer you

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.

• Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.

• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays and PTO.

• Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.

• Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and develop a highly qualified and professional finance team

• Ensure together with the Americas Management Team the development and execution of the commercial and operational strategy of the region. Works as a team player

• Analyze and report financial performance to the region and group management team, bring relevant insights and actionable recommendations to further improve performance

• Prepare annual budgets and long-term financial plans in line with the region’s strategic and operating plans

• Oversee the monthly financial closing process and ensure necessary controls are in place to ensure reliability

• Lead finance team to drive working capital improvement efforts

• Ensure continuous improvement of financial processes, by leveraging the Group wide “WAM programs” (World Class Armacell Mindset) and related investments in shared service center (Poland)

• Support VP Americas with staff duties (contract management, leases, legal issues, etc.)

• Maintain risk management processes for the region consistent with Group Risk Management guidelines

• Sponsor efficient use of financial systems and reporting tools, driving for improvement in collaboration with Corporate Finance and Corporate IT teams where necessary

• Contribute, support, or lead ad hoc Global Finance projects agreed across the Group and managed through the Global Finance Leadership Team

• Support Armacell’s acquisition strategy by ensuring with the Group M&A team effective due diligence and efficient integration.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• Master’s degree in accounting / Finance or related field required.

• At least 10 years+ of accounting, tax, and treasury experience in manufacturing/B2B environment.

• Excellent analytical, relational and communication skills (both written and verbal).  Able to provide simple explanations and solutions for complex problems.

• Experience with M&A (opportunity assessment, deal closing, and integration).

• Hands-on continuous improvement mindset.

• Team player able to excel in a cross-cultural, global team environment. Prior experience in a similar Senior Management role as well as international exposure is required. Proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese will be valued.

• Proficient user of MS Office, experience with SAP FI/CO/SAC and Hyperion is a plus.

Posting Dates

July 8, 2025 - July 23, 2025.

The expected compensation range for this role is $190,000.00 -$235,000.00.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

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More About Us

Armacell's products significantly contribute to global energy efficiency making a difference around the world every day. With more than 3,300 employees and 25 production plants in 19 countries, the company operates two main businesses, Advanced Insulation and Engineered Foams, and generated net sales of EUR 836 million and adjusted EBITDA of EUR 155 million in 2023. Armacell focuses on insulation materials for technical equipment, high-performance foams for high-tech and lightweight applications and next generation aerogel blanket technology. For more information, please visit: www.armacell.com.  

We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about Armacell, take another look at our website www.armacell.com.

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