Director of Finance

PTI Tech is a leader in advanced engineered materials, delivering high-precision components to demanding industries including defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial. To support continued growth and operational excellence, we are hiring a Director of Finance who will play a critical leadership role in financial management, cross-functional performance, and long-term strategy.

The DOF will have direct oversight of Finance, HR, IT (including CMMC compliance), Contracts, and Legal matters. This role requires a hands-on, high-accountability leader who ensures each department operates at a high level while supporting the company’s broader operational and strategic goals. The DOF will partner with the CEO and leadership team to drive financial health, resource alignment, and continuous performance improvement.

Core responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting, along with overseeing audits, compliance, and internal controls. The DOF will develop and implement KPIs across departments to measure progress against company goals and ensure accountability and alignment at all levels. They will also support production and operational teams—providing financial insights, challenging assumptions, and fostering an environment of growth and learning.

This role will champion data-driven decision-making, balancing near-term execution with long-term strategic planning. The DOF will also lead digital transformation within finance and adjacent functions, including AI adoption and ERP optimization, to improve efficiency and decision quality. The ideal candidate is both financially disciplined and innovation-minded—capable of safeguarding the company’s financial integrity while identifying new opportunities for value creation in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Metrics & Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

The DOF’s success will be measured by the following evergreen KPIs:

1. Profitability & EBITDA Growth – Maintain and improve EBITDA margins while ensuring profitability in alignment with strategic goals. (In lieu of EBITDA in short term, SG&A.)
2. Cash Flow Optimization – Maintain a strong liquidity position and ensure efficient working capital management.
3. Cost Efficiency & Financial Process Improvement – Implement financial and operational efficiencies, leveraging AI and automation.
4. Strategic Capital Allocation – Ensure capital is allocated effectively to maximize ROI on investments, technology, and infrastructure.
5. Risk Management & Compliance – Ensure strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and mitigation of financial risks.
6. Technology & AI Integration – Lead innovation by leveraging AI, automation, and analytics.

o 7-10+ years in Finance/Accounting

o Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting; MBA, and/or CMA/CPA

o 3-5 years in a senior leadership role in a manufacturing environment

o Proven experience leading cross-functional teams

o Mastery of GAAP, financial planning, cash flow management, and cost accounting

o Hands-on experience using ERP systems, familiarity with IQMS/DelmiaWorks strongly preferred.

o Strategic yet execution-focused, with the ability to drive KPIs, accountability, and performance across departments.