Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Act as project leader for, and manage the activities of staff involved in, the accurate and timely development and consolidation of financial plans, forecasts, and annual operating budgets.
• Develop timelines, financial plan guidance, and key planning assumptions; gather and analyze information to support these assumptions.
• Oversee the development and preparation of alternative plan models and prepare and present concise financial summaries to senior management.
• Provide financial leadership by reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting financial and budgetary information, placing a strong focus on the attainment of financial/performance objectives.
• Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages including forecasts, results, and financial and operational metrics.
• Ensure meaningful and value-add analysis is performed to support both financial and operational management in their decision-making process.
• Complete special projects involving the analysis of financial information related to profitability, investment decisions, product pricing, cash flow, inventory, costs, and expense targets.
• Interface with and influence senior management on significant issues, proactively providing insight and analysis on risks and opportunities.
• Build and maintain positive cross-functional relationships and develop external business relationships as required.

Management & Process Improvement

• May provide direct or indirect supervision to the decision support staff, including staffing the department, assigning work, reviewing performance, coaching, and managing employee total compensation.
• Provide daily leadership, coaching, and development to team members, promoting and maintaining a productive work environment.
• Develop and implement financial processes, system architecture, guidelines, procedures, and business controls to improve analysis quality, drive cost reduction, and support strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, objectives, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Qualifications

• Typical Experience: 7-10+ years of progressive, relevant experience, of relevant experience in finance, decision support, or a related field, with demonstrated leadership or management responsibilities.
• Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting or Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.