Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

We are looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join our team. The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager will be a key business partner to members of the Building Products Leadership team. This role will specifically support our General Managers in driving both short term and long-term value creation across our North American and European businesses. The ideal candidate will manage the day-to-day financial activities of a global business segment with an integral role in all financial planning and analysis activities. Reporting to the Senior Director of Global Finance, the FP&A Manager will serve an essential role in helping drive the goals of the organization, as this individual will be responsible for leading a small team to identify opportunities to drive both top and bottom-line growth. The FP&A Manager will present findings and recommendations to top executives and prepare financial reports on an ad-hoc basis and as part of the recurring monthly, quarterly, or annual reporting cycles. Responsibilities Partners with Business Unit leadership team (General Managers, Sales, & Supply-Chain Management) to develop and execute long term strategic plans focused on building and maintaining well positioned operating units poised for year over year growth Track business unit financial performance, including monthly performance variance analysis, prepare and review monthly financial performance results with business unit, and conducting ad-hoc investigations to deliver against set financial targets. Partner with accounting to lead financial business plan development across four distinct business units globally within the Building Products Segment, including completion of budget models, based on market dynamics and strategic business plans. Provide timely analysis of financial data and metrics used in building a dynamic pricing strategy for each business. This position will play a crucial role in pricing negotiations. Drive cost analysis and supporting manufacturing cost optimization initiatives Partner with supply chain to team to develop timely forecasts on an ongoing basis Key member of transformation efforts across SBU, allowing for an acceleration of change throughout the organization Support inorganic growth initiatives (M&A and/or New Product Development) Desired Experience 8+ Years of accounting/finance work experience Proven ability to build strong business relationships at all levels throughout an organization Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing financial data and preparing financial reports, statements, and projections. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills who is comfortable and adept at communicating to and influencing opinion in large groups Strategic thinker that can translate business strategies into financial plans Demonstrates strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational skills capable of working in a fast-paced business environment with tight deadlines and evolving priorities Ability to prioritize value (effectively choosing where to spend time / efforts for largest impact / return) Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles Advanced level MS Office Suite programs. Prefer JD Edwards, Tableau, and Alteryx experience Education / Training Required Bachelor's in accounting/finance or similar degree or equivalent experience, Masters Business Administration (MBA) or CPA preferred Intermediate understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Created: 2024-11-05