Enterprise Sr. Director of Finance

Enterprise Sr. Director of Finance

The Enterprise Sr. Director of Finance is a strategic finance leader responsible for overseeing centralized finance, accounting, and shared services across Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA). Serving as a key business partner to the C-suite and senior leadership, this role drives financial planning and analysis, global compliance, cost optimization, business transformation, and long-term strategic growth. With oversight of regional and corporate finance operations, the Enterprise Sr. Director of Finance ensures accuracy, transparency, and efficiency while building world-class finance capabilities to support a rapidly evolving, complex, and matrixed organization.

Position based in either Sparks, NV or De Soto, KS

Financial Leadership & Strategy

Lead corporate and regional financial operations, aligning finance strategy with organizational goals for sustainable growth and profitability.

Act as a key advisor to the CFO, CEO, and executive leadership on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term business strategy.

Provide analytical frameworks and insights to identify trends, mitigate risks, and capitalize on business opportunities.

Centralized Accounting & Compliance

Oversee centralized accounting functions including consolidations, reporting, and audit coordination in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Implement and monitor robust internal control frameworks, strengthening SOX compliance, corporate governance, and risk management practices.

Shared Services & Operational Excellence

Oversee shared services functions (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Travel & Expense), driving continuous transformation through automation, standardization, and efficiency initiatives.

Optimize accounting and finance workflows across regional entities to improve service delivery and control.

Cost Management & Financial Performance

Drive enterprise-wide cost management initiatives using performance metrics, variance and trend analysis, and benchmarking.

Lead cost allocation strategies, ensuring transparency and accountability across business functions.

Evaluate new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on strategic financial impact and returns.

Cross-Functional & Business Partnering

Collaborate with Operations, HR, IT, Procurement, and other departments to align financial strategies with enterprise needs.

Support ERP optimization, financial systems upgrades, data analytics, and digital transformation initiatives.

Serve as a trusted partner across the organization, providing financial insight to guide operational and strategic decisions.

Leadership & Talent Development

Lead and inspire a team of finance professionals across multiple geographies, cultivating a high-performance, inclusive culture.

Champion talent development, succession planning, mentoring, and continuous learning to build a next-generation finance team.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements :

To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a requirement for some roles at PECNA and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications : Requirements - Required and / or Preferred

Education :

Basic / Required : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is required.

Preferred : CPA and / or MBA

Essential Qualifications :

Over 10 years of relevant working experience with strong theoretical background in all finance and accounting areas.

Over 5 years of experience in a management role, with a track-record of leadership success.

Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment is preferred.

"Big Four" or national accounting firm experience is preferred but not required.

Deep knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, revenue recognition, internal controls, and compliance.

Proven experience leading large-scale finance transformations, process improvements, and ERP / financial system implementations.

Strong strategic mindset, business acumen, problem-solving ability, and cross-functional collaboration.

Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills across diverse, global teams.

Bilingual (Spanish or Japanese) highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications :

Must be able to build trust and influence at all levels of an organization, including the PECNA senior leadership team and Panasonic Headquarters

Proven leadership skills including team building, collaborating, accountability, strategic and innovative thinking

Ability to take innovative approaches to improve processes and solve problems

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management skills

Ability to analyze and revise operating practices to improve efficiency

Self-starter with high-energy and a curious approach

Ability to understand different cultures to establish reliable and effective communication within a diverse and complicated environment

Demonstrated working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and requirements in the US

Skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook)

Multi-site and global experience are highly desirable

Spanish and / or Japanese desirable, including reading, writing, and speaking

Preferred License(s) : None

Physical Demands :

Physical Activities : (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

Sit : 25%

Walk : 25%

Stand : 25%

Lift : 25%

Required Lifting and Carrying : (Required frequency is : Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

Up to 10 lbs. : Occasional

Up to 20 lbs. : Occasional

Up to 35 lbs. : Occasional

Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.) : Occasional

Who We Are :

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

We Take Opportunity Seriously :

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information :

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America