Finance Director

About the role

Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Director will ensure the integrity of the relevant financial statements, reports, financial projections, analysis, assets, and operations from a finance perspective of the regional operations in the US. This individual will provide insight on the business through the analysis of accounting and other data. Develop points of view concerning the Company’s operations and opportunities for improvement. Play a key role as part of the team, driving improvement in business performance. The position is responsible for the local Controlling and Analysis team as well as the Credit and Collection team and will be expected to continuously improve the organization (coaching, training, recruiting, transfer, etc.); manage the careers of staff for further advancement within Amrize.

Responsibilities

• Analysis – Provide insight into the business through the analysis of accounting and other data. Develop points of view concerning the Company’s operations and opportunities for improvement. Play a key role as part of the team, driving improvement in business performance.
• Process Improvement – Manage a significant part of the continuous improvement process of the shared SAP system (with our sister companies in Canada and the US); leading to associated improvements in reporting and costs. Reduce the cost of transaction processing, support and expand the use of both shared services and automation with our sister companies, and secure faster access to information (e.g. speed and quality of close). Generally drive improvement in processes, including promotion of Amrize’s global standards and best practices.
• Budgeting and Planning – Lead and manage the cross-functional budgeting and planning process within the Company.
• Credit and Collection – Coordinate credit manager activities located within the regions to ensure the timely collection of receivables as well as ensure that related risks are controlled and managed.
• Customer Service – Provide value-added support and service to operating management with highly effective communication and reporting.
• Accounting – Work with the shared services team to improve the accounting process in all areas. Keep informed on changes in US Generally Accepted Accounting Policies (US GAAP) and other standards (e.g. internal Amrize reporting standards) and ensure compliance.
• Regional Accounting – Ensure consistent accounting and reporting among the various operating facilities as well as ensuring the accuracy of the related balance sheets.
• Internal Controls – Take a leading role within the organization to ensure the identified internal controls are robust and comply with the Amrize-directed Internal Control System.
• External Audit – Manage the external audit process to a successful conclusion.
• Capital Expenditures – Ensure the appropriateness of proposed capital expenditures, proper accounting for projects in process and ensure annual as well as individual project spending complies with budget commitments.
• Special projects – Participate in a range of other activities, including support for acquisitions/divestments (Asset Reduction Program), company-level initiatives, etc.
• Communication – Must interact effectively both verbally and in writing with a range of audiences, including non-financial company management and staff, financial personnel, Amrize staff, board members (especially the audit committee), external auditors, and corporate staff.

Qualifications

• Possess a high level of technical Finance and Accounting skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter with initiative to work with people, develop ideas, and drive efficiencies
• Able to work as a member of diverse teams, including members from different functional areas (including Treasury, Accounting, Tax and Planning) and locations
• Strong communication, high degree of integrity
• Ability to drive business process/system improvements
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Strong analytical ability

Skills

• Advanced Excel Skills Required. SAP experience a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day