Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Location: Alpharetta, GA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00
Degree: Bachelor;
Date: 1/25/2012
Job ID: 01819009
Job Description
This large manufacturing organization needs an CPA or MBA that can lead the reporting, forecasting and financial/business strategic analysis in support of operations across 20 locations.  Will coordinate with general Accounting and Branch Operations in preparation of period-end cost closing activities to ensure accurate and timely close.  Will ensure relevant financial information is communicated effectively and timely to senior management. including making recommendations regarding developing financial trends,  Will operate under the concept of continuous improvement and positively change financial, accounting and operations processes within corporate guidelines.  Will also assist in setting the tone for an environment that demands sound financial control and business integrity. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning & Business/Strategic Analysis
  • Lead the monthly reporting of actual results and prepare variance analyses.  Partner and collaborate with business leaders to clearly articulate the linkage between operational and financial performance.
  • Create and maintain forecasting processes based on key operational assumptions to accurately predict future performance.  Lead the rolling forecast process at the various levels (department, plant/location, cost category).  Work with leadership to develop and propose plans to address deviations from targets.
  • Lead the efforts on standardization of KPI’s, both financial and operational across all Fabricated Products locations as appropriate. 
  • Analyze proposed business opportunities, projects and other pending decisions, both strategic and tactical to determine impact on company’s financial results and to identify ways to improve the economics for the company.
  • Prepare financial schedules, reports and presentations for various groups, including Corporate Head Office, Controllers Group and CEO & other senior leaders for reporting of actual results and the annual budget.
  • Develop annual budget supported by tactical actions to deliver results aligned with strategic objectives.  Implement ongoing improvements to the Budget process.
  • Support ad hoc analysis & projects in support of the strategy of the business.
Controllership / Internal Controls / Continuous Improvement
  • Coordinate with General Accounting in the preparation of period-end cost closing activities to ensure an accurate and timely close. Drive more integration and automation to the monthly close processes.
  • Oversee accounting activities to ensure they are conducted according to defined business processes or make recommendations that can improve the overall accuracy and effectiveness of the results.  
  • Manage cost accounting and inventory tracking/reporting for all Fabricated Products locations.  Develop or compliment cost accounting procedures necessary in order to report accurately to meet US GAAP and management reporting requirements. 
  • Lead internal controls, policies and procedures for Fabricated Products locations and ensure all activities are US GAAP and J-Sox compliant.
  • Aids in building business processes and tools that simplify the work and improve efficiency and effectiveness; share best practices with Business Leaders.
 
Leadership
  • Direct reports of the position include a senior level analyst and five Regional Business Managers.
  • Position will interact with all levels of management, across all functional areas and throughout multiple branch locations (sales, plant and operations management, senior business leaders).
  • Position will interact with Accountants in General Accounting who are responsible for accounting activities of the Fabricated Product business entities. 
  • Assists in setting the tone for an environment that demands sound financial control and business integrity. 

LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

  • An experienced financial/accounting manager who will develop analysis and lead change.  Must have ability to influence others with conclusions of the financial analysis so the business can attain targeted objectives.
  • Confident team player with strong interpersonal skills who can work across multiple functions to achieve goals.
  • Analyst skill set which can construct complex financial models that parallel the business options and outlook.
  • Fosters teamwork, leads change and demonstrates integrity.
  • Possesses a “whatever it takes to get the job done” attitude; goal and deadline oriented.
  • Self-motivated and goal-oriented person with a drive to succeed.
  • Possesses irrefutable business and personal ethics.
 

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

  1. BS in Finance or Accounting required; CPA and/or MBA 
  2. Minimum 8-10 years of related experience in general accounting and financial analysis with a manufacturing company
  3. At least 3 years of accounting or financial related experience in a manufacturing industry with product cost knowledge (experience with standard product costing required)
  4. At least 3 years of prior management experience.
  5. Ability to analyze complex information, draw logical conclusions about business implications and identify actions
  6. Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills including the ability to present and explain financial results in a credible, professional manner to wide variety of audiences
  7. Expert skills in Excel, Access and PowerPoint
  8. Strong skills with ERP systems or other financial reporting tools (JD Edwards and COGNOS, preferred)
  9. Strong knowledge of management reporting practices and solid familiarity related to US GAAP.