Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Fresenius Kabi USA•Lake Zurich, IL

2d•$170,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis supports the US Region and has direct responsibility for the IV-Solutions and Nutrition business units through management of planning and reporting activities. This is a strategic finance leadership role embedded within the business, partnering with business leadership to influence value creation and decisions involving growth, profitability, cash flow, and productivity. The Director translates complex financial data into actionable strategies, challenges assumptions, and promotes financial accountability. The position has frequent contact with all levels of the Finance organization and the Executive Leadership Team. It has 3–4 direct reports, including managers, senior professionals, and professionals. The role requires working onsite three days per week at the U.S. headquarters in Lake Zurich, Illinois. Visa sponsorship is not offered now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
At least 10 years of relevant experience.
At least 5 years of management experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Teams, and SharePoint.
Ability to influence effectively and build consensus with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively to perform the position’s essential functions, including independently understanding English-language policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications.

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, or CMA.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning for the IV-Solutions and Nutrition business-unit management teams.
Present information and interact with employees at all levels, including senior leadership, the CEO, President, Executive Committee members, and Vice Presidents.
Act as a business partner, providing financial analysis and information to guide business decisions with mid- and long-term impact.
Oversee monthly management reporting for the business units, including KPIs, identification of significant variances, and recommendations to executive leadership for achieving targets.
Review and submit monthly corporate management packages, including sales and key figures, to Region, BU, and Corporate Finance.
Drive system and reporting-process improvements and become a subject matter expert in reporting and planning systems.
Oversee preparation of forecasts and annual budgets; coordinate communication of Region, BU, and Corporate guidance, timelines, and correspondence to business units.
Support the US Region in preparing forecasts and budgets, including monthly management reporting.
Analyze plan and forecast assumptions, identify and assess risks and opportunities, and recommend actions to business partners to align with targets.
Select, assign, and develop qualified staff to carry out the Finance function and ensure continuity of managerial and specialized skills.
Manage staff development through mentoring, coaching, training, empowerment, and recognition using the Performance Management Process.