[Hiring] IT Finance Manager @Synergy Staffing

Role Description

We are seeking a Manager, Financial Systems & Solutions to support strategic growth initiatives, acquisitions, and finance transformation projects across a complex manufacturing environment. This role is remote within 2 hours of Cranberry, PA as it would require going onsite 1 day per month.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting foundation and hands-on ERP experience
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to independently solve complex business and system-related challenges
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance Systems, ERP Implementation, Financial Transformation, or related disciplines
• Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and how financial transactions flow through ERP systems
• Knowledge of US GAAP, Revenue Recognition (ASC 606), Cost Accounting, Intercompany Accounting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Manufacturing industry experience is required
• Exposure to acquisitions, expansions, ERP implementations, or systems integrations
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities
• Ability to operate independently while partnering effectively across multiple business functions

Responsibilities

• This is a highly visible individual contributor role that sits at the intersection of accounting, ERP systems, process improvement, and post-merger integration.
• Rather than focusing on day-to-day accounting operations, this position serves as the finance lead on acquisitions, business expansions, ERP initiatives, and process optimization efforts.
• Lead Post-Merger Finance Integrations:
• Serve as the finance point of contact for newly acquired businesses during integration.
• Evaluate ERP systems, transaction flows, chart of accounts, accounting processes, and control environments.
• Develop and execute integration plans, conversion strategies, and data mapping requirements.
• Identify and resolve accounting, process, and system-related issues throughout the integration lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, reporting standards, and governance requirements.
• Drive ERP & Finance Systems Initiatives:
• Support ERP implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and configuration activities.
• Translate accounting and business requirements into functional system solutions.
• Support finance processes including General Ledger.
• Collaborate with IT, business stakeholders, and external consultants on system improvements.
• Improve Financial Processes & Controls:
• Investigate and resolve ERP-related accounting issues, reconciliation variances, and transaction flow discrepancies.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop business requirements, functional specifications, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Support internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance initiatives.
• Manage finance-related support tickets and issue resolution activities.
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and external partners.
• Support reporting, data governance, and KPI development efforts.
• Manage project plans, milestones, risks, and deliverables across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on integration and project status.
• Work directly with executive stakeholders and cross-functional leaders.