Finance Manager - Commercial

Interior Logic Group•Minneapolis, MN

64d

About The Position

Looking to build your career and design your future? You have come to the right place. Summary: The Manager of Commercial Finance is a key financial contributor responsible for providing financial reporting, performance analysis, and operational insights to the leadership of a designated business unit. This role collaborates closely with business unit leaders to drive profitability, execute financial strategies, deliver accurate forecasting, and optimize resource allocation. A successful candidate will provide reliable forecasts as well as valuable financial insights that inform business decisions and contribute to the overall growth and success of the business unit.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in finance or combination of finance/operations roles.
Proficient in financial analysis, forecasting and financial modeling.
Adept use of Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI to extrapolate data and create meaningful reports for end users.
Knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Ability to build strong working relationships with others in the organization.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
High level of organizational skills, time management skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet deadlines.
High level of accountability for quality of work.
Attitude towards continuous improvement of the business and the department.
Strong business acumen and customer service skills.
High aptitude for flexibility and comfortable with change.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the relevant industry or sector is often preferred but not always required.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and other short-term financial planning.
Monitor key financial performance indicators (KPIs) and provide variance analysis with actionable insights.
Develop and maintain relationships with outside sales and other business leaders to drive accurate revenue and cost inputs to improve forecasts.
Assist in incorporating macro-economic and industry trends into the forecasting process.
Serve as a financial partner to regional leadership, providing information and guidance in a clear and concise manner.
Manage business unit's expenses to budget and continuously work to eradicate unnecessary costs.
Develop financial models and analyses to support decision-making and operational initiatives.
Assess pricing strategies, manage cost inputs, and analyze profitability to optimize financial performance.
Evaluate capital investments and resource allocations to maximize returns.
Conduct financial analysis to identify risks and exposure in the business unit and apprise senior leadership of any potential concerns.
Collaborate with centralized accounting teams to support month-end close activities and ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
Perform detailed variance analysis on monthly and quarterly basis vs operation plan.
Partner with corporate FP&A to align forecasting and budgeting processes with company objectives.
Assist in managing cash flow by supporting improvements in Days on Hand (DOH), Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and Days Payable Outstanding (DPO)
Work closely with HR, operations, and sales teams to align financial goals with business objectives.
Assist in financial due diligence and business integration efforts when applicable.