About Sonic Tools

Sonic Tools is a premium European tool manufacturer redefining how professionals work through precision, organization, and performance. Known for its commitment to quality and durability, Sonic designs and delivers professional-grade tool storage systems, pre-configured toolsets, hand tools, and specialty equipment trusted by technicians worldwide.

Serving the automotive, aviation, industrial, and technical service industries, Sonic Tools goes beyond tools to provide fully integrated solutions that drive efficiency, accountability, and consistency. At the core of the Sonic approach is intelligent tool control—helping teams work smarter, reduce downtime, and maintain operational excellence.

With a rapidly growing footprint in North America, Sonic Tools continues to scale its partnerships and solutions across industries. The company’s U.S. headquarters in Tampa, Florida anchors its North American operations, supporting customers with industry-leading service, innovation, and expertise.

Role Summary

Sonic Tools USA, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Head of Finance to lead the company’s accounting and financial operations. This role also serves as the U.S. Division Controller, responsible for owning the monthly close, financial reporting, cash management, and internal controls, while ensuring accurate and timely consolidation into Sonic’s global financial structure.

The Head of Finance will strengthen the company’s accounting infrastructure, streamline financial processes, and build a scalable finance cadence to support growth. While this role carries leadership responsibility, it is expected to be highly operational and involved in daily finance activities in a lean team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Controllership

• Own and manage the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and preparation of financial statements
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, documentation, and financial procedures
• Implement and strengthen internal controls, approval workflows, and segregation of duties appropriate for a lean organization
• Manage cash flow visibility, including cash forecasting and working capital management
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
• Coordinate tax filings, audits, and relationships with external accountants and advisors
• Oversee and support the annual financial audit process, serving as the primary point of contact for auditors and ensuring timely and accurate completion

Hands-On Finance Leadership

• Lead the day-to-day accounting operations, working closely with the existing team.
• Establish a predictable finance cadence, including a close calendar, reporting package, and KPI reporting
• Lead the build-out of FP&A capabilities, including hiring and developing an FP&A resource and advancing analytics through tools such as Power BI
• Identify process gaps and implement practical improvements such as close checklists, standardized reporting schedules, and documentation
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, sales, and leadership to provide financial insights and support operational decisions

Financial Planning & Business Support

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Develop KPI dashboards and performance tracking to support business growth
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of accounting or finance experience with significant controllership responsibilities
• Experience with inventory accounting, costing, and COGS management in a product-based business
• Demonstrated experience owning the monthly close and financial reporting process
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
• Experience improving financial processes, reporting, and internal controls in a growing or lean organization
• Experience overseeing AR/AP functions and working capital management
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance leaders
• Hands-on, proactive professional comfortable working in both strategic and operational roles

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA strongly preferred (or equivalent professional experience)
• Public accounting experience is a plus
• Experience working in growing or privately held companies

Why Join Sonic Tools

• Opportunity to build and strengthen the finance function in a growing organization
• High visibility with leadership and direct impact on company operations
• Collaborative environment where finance partners closely with the business

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person