Finance Manager Job

Primary location: Oakland, California
Relocation offered: No
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: <10%
Non-compete: No
The estimated base salary range for this role is $107,130 to $155,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Moz Designs, Inc.,a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

• A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.
  

Reporting to the Manager, AS Metal Operations Finance, the Finance Manager oversees all finance and accounting functions for the business. The incumbent collaborates with business leadership to drive revenue growth, enhance manufacturing efficiency, and maximize ROI. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, product costing, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and corporate policies.

What's in it for you!

• High visibility role within a growing company
• Key leadership role where your insights directly shape business strategy
• Work with a supportive, cross-functional team

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with department heads to develop financial strategies that align with business goals. Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis to support decision-making on pricing, expansion, and resource allocation. Regularly assess revenue trends, market conditions, and operational efficiencies to identify opportunities for sustainable growth.
• Oversee all aspects of the financial close, ensuring accurate and timely completion. Perform in-depth variance analysis comparing actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior year results. Identify key drivers of financial performance and communicates insights to leadership, enabling proactive business adjustments.
• Design and implement financial models to evaluate profitability, cost performance, pricing strategies, and return on investment (ROI). Provide actionable insights by analyzing sales trends, expense drivers, and operational efficiencies. Enhance forecasting methodologies using advanced analytics and automation.
• Lead the development of comprehensive budgets, including revenue projections, standard costs, and SG&A (Selling, General & Administrative) expense planning. Work closely with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with operational strategies. Continuously refine budgeting processes to improve accuracy and adaptability.
• Assess cost structures and recommend operational efficiencies to drive profitability. Conduct financial evaluations for capital investments, ensuring optimal allocation of company resources. Track and report on savings generated from process improvements and investment decisions.
• Maintain financial integrity by enforcing corporate financial policies and accounting standards. Conduct periodic internal audits to assess adherence to regulatory requirements and mitigate risk exposure. Work with auditors and compliance teams to address potential vulnerabilities and improve governance.
• Act as a trusted financial advisor, delivering critical business intelligence to leadership, auditors, and internal teams. Prepare dashboards and presentations to communicate financial health, business trends, and risk mitigation strategies. Facilitate discussions on financial performance and strategic opportunities.
• Lead initiatives to enhance financial reporting accuracy, efficiency, and automation. Identify bottlenecks in accounting workflows and implements process enhancements. Introduce best practices for financial management to support scalability and operational excellence.
• Guide and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth. Provide performance feedback, training opportunities, and career development support. Ensure alignment between team capabilities and evolving business needs.
• Lead special projects as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct reporting relationships include:
  • Senior Accounting Technician (1)
  • Accounting Technician (1)
  • Office Coordinator (1)

What will make you successful

• Ability to analyze and forecast revenue, operational costs, and SG&A expenses with precision, providing insightful recommendations to optimize financial performance.
• Proven ability to lead financial and operational initiatives, implement new strategies, and support scalable business growth.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret manufacturing metrics and translate operational performance into financial insights, supporting efficiency improvements and cost control.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex financial data, solve business challenges, and implement effective solutions.
• Capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly to various stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills, ensuring effective collaboration and fostering a positive working environment across all levels of plant and corporate personnel.
• Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and delivering quality financial insights in a timely and professional manner.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling tools.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday for financial reporting and analysis.
• Ability to provide strategic financial insights that align with company goals and improve business performance.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives and leveraging automation tools to enhance financial reporting efficiency.
• Understanding of internal controls, corporate financial policies, and compliance regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field required (MBA preferred).
• 3+ years of experience working within a manufacturing, distribution, or corporate finance environment required.
• Previous experience managing and developing finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement required.

What will make you stand out

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certification desired.

About Moz Designs, Inc.

Moz Designs, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, specializes in manufacturing unique architectural metal products for a multitude of industries within the commercial sector. We are also expanding into new markets, both residential and other owner-driven businesses. Our diverse metal products include column covers, feature walls, room dividers, and canopies along with a new line of metal artwork and decorative metal laminates. We are 30+ years in the Bay Area.

About Armstrong World Industries, Inc.

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life"- lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

Engaging a diverse,purpose-driven workforce;
Transforming buildings fromstructures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-beingof people and planet;
Pursuingsustainable, innovative solutionsfor spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
Being acatalyst for changewith all of our stakeholders; and
Making apositive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email atAWI talent acquisitionand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!