Elgin Industries, a manufacturer of OE and replacement components for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, has announced that Marie Ziemba has been promoted to chief financial officer (CFO). Ziemba, who has served as the company’s controller since April 2006, will report to Bill Skok, Elgin Industries president.

In her new role, Ziemba will handle an array of corporate functions, including forecasting and monitoring of financial results, working with accounts payable and accounts receivable and maintaining banking relationships. In addition, she will work with the executive team on capital investments for future growth, and will maintain control in all areas of financial risk and strategic opportunities.

“Marie has extensive knowledge of our company, markets and customers and has helped maintain our strong financial position during a period of significant growth and capital investment,” said Skok.

Prior to joining Elgin, Ziemba was director of financial operations at Kamco Plastics, and, prior to that, was controller for Rexnord Aerospace Group Division and controller and HR manager for the Seal Division of Rexnord Industries. While at Rexnord, Ziemba was honored with a President’s Award for outstanding leadership in championing several projects.

“I’m proud to have the opportunity to help Elgin continue to build on its status as a premier supplier to OE manufacturing facilities and aftermarket customers,” said Ziemba. “Being a part of the executive team will allow me to assist in making the right decisions to structure the future of our organization, while being mindful of our costs and risks from a financial standpoint.”

Ziemba graduated cum laude from Western Michigan University with a bachelor of science degree in business administration.

For more information about Elgin Industries, visit elginind.com.