Sr FP&A Analyst II
Location(s) : Toledo, OH, US, 43659-0001
Function : Finance and Accounting
Audience : Experienced Professional
Work Arrangement : On Site
Requisition ID : 67066
Purpose Of The Job
The Senior Finance Analyst Corporate FP&A provides analytical support and process leadership to the corporate finance team and stakeholders. The individual will be accountable for a diverse set of FP&A responsibilities that support Global Information Systems (GIS), Corporate Capital and Investment Governance Committee Support. The role will be partner with key stakeholders to support month end closing, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic projects at the function level. Additionally, this role will partner closely with the Corporate Finance Leader and Accounting to lead the consolidation, reporting, forecasting, and planning for all corporate capital expenditures. Organization, financial acumen, teamwork, leadership, and a strong analytical mindset will all be critical traits for success in this role.
Reports to : Finance Leader, Corporate FP&A
Span of control : Individual contributor
Job Responsibilities
Knowing Our Businesses and their Strategies
- Build relationships within the organization, cross-functionally, and with key stakeholders; ensure effective contact to remain aligned with functional objectives
- Understand the strategic direction of the company's businesses and execute functional strategies to support and enhance business results; be knowledgeable of the project work that supports this direction and implications to the business
- Partner with various levels within the finance organization to achieve department objectives.
- Approach business interactions in a proactive manner
- Identify actionable financial improvement initiatives through "outside-in" approach
Understanding and Executing Strategy
Influence the performance of the Corporate FunctionsTell the near and long-term story of corporate spending to internal stakeholdersProvide decision support through financial modeling, business case analysis and financial / management reportingGather, compile, analyze, prepare, and summarize data for complex financial projects / subjectsEvaluate financial implications of specific business decisions / opportunities and advise management accordingly to ensure achievement of targeted financial performanceExercise judgment to determine appropriate course of action and prepare business recommendations based on sound financial analysisParticipate in the development of strategic and operational objectives that are aligned to Corporate and Company strategic objectivesDrive the proliferation of usage and analysis using our current suite of systems (BPC, BI, & SAP)Create accurate forecasts while managing clear, controlled reporting and analysis
Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for assigned corporate function(s) and Corporate Capital ExpendituresMonitor the monthly closing process in conjunction with the accounting team and Shared ServicesProvide in-depth analysis on variances to plan, forecast, and prior yearDrive group forecasting process through collaborationProvide risk analysis for contingency planningProvide insightful analytics that anticipate change and drive decision makingApply external perspective and knowledge to current environmentMeet monthly reporting timelines and needsCommunicate financial performance clearly and with impact
Provide concise and effective reporting of financial results in a timely mannerTranslate the strategic and operational plans into communications to a broad-based audienceMaintain an effective financial controls environment.
Support the process of ensuring that there is an effective and efficient system of internal controls including; data integrity, asset protection, segregation of duties, budgeting, financial reporting, information systems and adherence to corporate policies and governmental regulations (GAAP, SOX compliance, etc.)Maintain a clear tone regarding business conduct, ethics, the law, and financial controlsSolve controls issues at the "root cause" and create broad organizational learningRaise all issues of significant risk and non-compliance to the Corporate Finance LeaderLead And Influencing In The Finance Function
Drives continuous improvement initiatives within the department and cross-functionally; encourage others to identify areas of waste (process, time, etc.); ideate and execute action plans to create productivity.Summarizes complex information so that it is easy to interpret and understand.Collaborates with cross-functional teams.Identifies opportunities to improve the effectiveness, value, and perception of the organization.Regarded by the employees of Owens Corning as a role model for their growth, development, and conductLead And Develop Talent
Provides impactful peer-to-peer leadership to others on the team, contributing to their development.Assists in building the talent pipeline, mentoring, and developing other team members.Invests in personal growth and development, clearly focused on self-learning.Creates an inclusive environment where the team looks at you as a highly regarded leader and team mentor.Acts as a resource to the non-financial leaders of the business providing education and training on the key principles of FinanceAvailable to teach finance acumen and concepts to ensure financial based decision-making occurs at every level of the Corporate Functions Finance teamJob Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or relevant field; graduate degree / MBA a plusMinimum of 5 years of finance and analytical experience in a large, multi-national corporationExperience with SAP / equivalent ERP, Business Information, and Business Objects EPM or similar systemsCosting principles, understands profit and loss (P&L) and balance sheet dynamics, principles of cost control / managementExperience
Progressive financial analysis experience in a manufacturing / corporate environmentDemonstrated process focused and organized work styleFunctioning in a highly matrixed structure across functional, business, geographic and cultural boundariesDemonstrated ability to identify, develop and implement process improvementsDeveloping business cases and enrolling leaders at all levels in taking appropriate actionDemonstrated rate of growth and success in prior rolesKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
Exhibits professionalism and diplomacy.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.Strong Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and PowerPoint) skillsDevelops and uses knowledge of customers, competition, and the market to drive business decisionsStrong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills.A team player with the ability to create a vision and energize and engage others in fulfilling it.Mentors team members. Shares best practices, new technologies, and general knowledge with teammates.Ability to collaborate and demonstrate a team-oriented attitude with internal and external partners.Ability to innovate develops and introduces new ideas and approaches to others.Demonstrates curiosity driven to understand how and why things operate, finds root causes through analysis and questioning.Service Mindset voluntarily initiates and takes lead roles in challenging work without explicit direction.Strong attention to details in his / her own work output as well as other stakeholdersCan successfully form and then share candid and sometimes unpopular messagesMust be a self-starter, be an active participant on teams, and proactively meet with internal or external customers to meet their needsMust be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workload appropriatelyMust be able to respond to shifting prioritiesAbility to be flexible and organized.Ability to take direction and learn from others and advance own learning.Leverages strong communication skills to convey relevant information clearly with confidence to both technical and