Finance Manager

Title: Finance Manager

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey

Shift: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday On site

Role Description

Cenmed Enterprises is looking for a Finance Manager to join our team! We are a fun and tight-knit group experiencing tremendous growth, and this position will play a central role in the company's Sales and Warehouse Operations as the medical & laboratory distribution business continues to expand. Cenmed Enterprises, established in 1992, has grown from a small two-person operation to one of the largest privately held laboratory distributors in the New York Tri-State area. You represent over 2000 manufacturers and directly fulfill all major medical and laboratory equipment. This will be a fantastic development opportunity as our company is rapidly growing.

We are a dynamic and a growing company with over 15% annual growth, delivering excellence in laboratory medical supplies & service industry. As we expand, we are looking for a strategic and hands-on Finance Manager to lead our financial operations. This role is critical to ensuring financial stability and supporting the company's growth goals.

The Finance Manager will oversee all accounting and financial activities, providing strategic insights and managing day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the COO, this role works closely with external FP&A and CFO consultants to ensure sound financial management and strategic alignment.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Manage all accounting functions, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, general ledger, bank reconciliation and month-end & annual close.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Maintain and enhance the accounting systems to support scalability.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and collaborate with department heads and external consultants.
• Monitor budget performance, conduct variance analysis, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support short- and long-term financial forecasting.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to the COO and senior leadership.
• Provide data-driven insights to optimize financial performance.

Cash Flow Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure operational liquidity.
• Prepare cash flow projections and recommend strategies to optimize working capital.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure financial integrity.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and consultants for periodic reviews and audits.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with the COO, fractional CFO, and FP&A consultants to align financial strategies with business objectives.
• Provide hands-on leadership, guidance and employee development for a team of 4-5 associates (onshore & offshore)
• Partner with department leaders to support cost optimization and operational efficiency.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems.
• Leverage technology to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Risk Management

• Assess financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adequate insurance coverage and compliance with contractual obligations.

What You'll Bring to The Table

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, ideally in a mid-sized organization leading, coaching and mentoring accounting team.
• Industry exposure with medical supplies, equipment or services, or experience working with a distributorship (B2B) is a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and tax compliance.

Skills

• Hands-on experience with accounting software (e.g., D365 preferred, NetSuite, SAP), financial tools and spreadsheets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Leadership skills to drive performance and develop team of direct/indirect reports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Self-starter with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

• Strong team player and ability to manage complex interpersonal relationships.

Perks & Benefits

• Company paid health insurance plus dental.
• Paid Vacation / Paid Major Holidays
• 401K with company match
• Fun and collaborative culture
• Opportunities for growth and professional development

About Us
At Cenmed Enterprises, we strive to maintain a progressive corporate culture that enables innovation and collaborative teamwork. Cenmed provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Learn more about us at www.cenmed.com.

121 Jersey Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | (732) 447-1100