Serve as a strategic partner to business unit leaders, developing strong working relationships to understand operational challenges and opportunities.
Lead financial reviews, providing insights into overhead and capital expenditure management in collaboration with business unit heads.
Drive the business planning cycle including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term financial planning to align with organizational targets.
Ensure business unit scorecards and targets are aligned with overall company objectives, leading monthly performance monitoring through dashboards and conducting variance/bridge gap analyses as needed.
Take part in cost governance, tracking and consolidating cost-saving initiatives, and fostering accountability for budget management.
Review, document, and enhance existing financial policies and procedures, collaborating with other finance stakeholders to implement industry best practices and ensure compliance.
Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analysis to support operational improvements and performance enhancement.
Contribute to cross-functional projects and lead initiatives focused on automation, process streamlining, and operational efficiency.
Promote and integrate health, safety, security, and environmental compliance into finance operations.
Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify data gaps, troubleshoot issues, and implement sustainable improvements.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and collaborate effectively across departments.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP systems (preferably NetSuite); Power BI and dashboard creation is a plus.
Demonstrated experience in project management and process improvement.
