Finance Manager FP&A

Finance Manager, Fpa

The Finance Manager, FP&A directs all financial reporting and planning activities for the corporation as a report to the Sr. Director, Global FP&A. This role is a critical point of all planning communications and analytics for ProDriven Global Brands. The position will maintain constant communication with global FP&A leads, Commercial, Operations and functional leaders to serve as the expert in understanding the financial position of the global organization and the interdependencies. Position is required to influence the planning / analysis and outcome of various scenarios through effective communication and business intuition.

This position is responsible for continuous improvement efforts throughout the financial reporting and planning cycle. This includes the production of ad hoc and reoccurring analytical financial reports, business sponsor of financial master data maintenance and development of robust planning cycle calendars to mitigate risk through contingency planning and increase the accuracy of ProDriven Global Brands's financial statements.

Responsibilities

This self-motivated individual will provide support for, but not limited to, the following areas :

• Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Quarterly Financial Forecasts & Month Latest Estimates
• Responsible for preparing the AOP for the company in partnership with the Sr. Director, Global FP&A and Leadership Team (own calendar, communication and consolidation).
• Review assumptions for P / L plans dependent on inputs from business drivers and develop much of the balance sheet and cash flow statement plans with support of treasury & controller's team.
• Prepare revised Quarterly Forecasts for the company as the fiscal year progresses.
• On a mid-month / monthly basis, prepare company forecasts in collaboration with cross-functional team members and provide explanations for variances from prior expectations.

Prepare Monthly Reporting and Analytics Packages

All Other Activities

Salary Range : $ 105,000- $144,000

The pay range listed is for Illinois based roles. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the pay range. Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skill sets, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training, and location.

Benefits :

Qualifications

Bachelors degree preferred in Accounting or Finance, MBA or CPA a plus or equivalent work experience

7-10 years of accounting / finance experience including 2-3 years experiences within FP&A knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting / planning and forecasting concepts and processes

CPG / Manufacturing experience desired

Excellent oral, written, presentation and time-management skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated business partnership skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Advanced Excel Modelling and PowerPoint Skills

Planning (i.e. TM1, Hyperion, BPC) and Reporting (COGNOS, BI) financial systems experience

Experience working with ERP systems to support understanding of the financial ecosphere

Tracking Budget Revenues / Expenses (reporting), Driving Financial Planning / Forecasting (planning), Statistical Analysis (analysis)

Database and Master Data Design to enable aforementioned competencies

Financial and Business Analytics Acumen : Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information to drive results

Problem Solving & Decision Quality : Able to use rigorous logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutions

Cross Functional Relationship Management : Able to build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of business partners across the globe

Presentation Skills : Effective in a variety of presentation settings including one-on-one, small and large groups, and with peers and bosses

Communication Skills : Demonstrates strong listening, written and oral communication skills

Willingness to travel as required to domestic and international locations; estimated up to 10%

Eeo Statement

ProDriven Global Brands is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. ProDriven Global Brands is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants to ProDriven Global Brands are considered for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. ProDriven Global Brands will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on these characteristics.