Senior Manager, Finance and Accounting

Job Description

Responsible for overseeing all operational areas effecting the business globally, including Planning and Forecasting, Asset Management, Manufacturing /Costing, and ad hoc analysis as required.

Proactively partners with the business management in establishing and managing the strategic direction and financial goals to drive breakthrough results.

Interprets operating results as they affect the financial aspects of the corporation and makes specific recommendations which will result in cost reduction and profit improvement.

Directs the preparation of statistics for periodic and yearly financial statements, including the preparation of charts and graphs showing progress, conditions and results.

Captures and coordinates the accuracy, completeness and timing of the Operating Plan and Strategic Plan processes, including identifying key issues, objectives, risks and opportunities.

Provides Financial Analysis and Support to the organization, including capital expenditure justification and analysis, sales trend analysis, competitive and market analysis and product line P&L development.

Provides guidance on achieving goals in accordance with established policies and procedures, as well as adherence to generally accepted accounting practices.

Reviews financial statements, explains variances and presents financial information to management for all entities including foreign subsidiaries.

Ensures maintenance of accurate and complete financial records, in compliance with both legal requirements, local accounting and US GAAP standards.

Liaises with internal and external auditors.

Administers, develops and improves accounting and control policies, procedures, work processes and reporting systems to support growth and efficiency, while reducing complexity and increasing speed.

Meets corporate financial reporting requirements in a timely and accurate manner.

Provides strategic financial input and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization.

Identifies best practices and continuous improvement opportunities and facilitates embedment of the practices into the organization.

Utilizes appropriate financial analysis techniques, data and prudent assumptions to evaluate investment opportunities and ensures healthy return on investments while managing risks.

Develops people to reach their full potential through individual coaching, training, and career development, preparing them to assume increased responsibility.

Provides direct supervision to financial planning and reporting support employees.

Assumes other special activities and responsibilities as required.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting.
• Master’s in Business Administration and/or CA/CPA and/or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting, including exposure to manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 2 years demonstrated supervisory experience, along with a solid accounting background and excellent communication skills.

Preferred Skills And Abilities

• Strong initiative, leadership, thinking and problem solving, financial analysis and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a matrixed organization while keeping a clear understanding of the objectives and financial commitments of the businesses.
• Solid accounting background and strong demonstrated supervisory and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.