Finance Manager - FP&A

3M•Maplewood, MN

1d•$188,251 - $230,084•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. As a FP&A Finance Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by supporting the Director of FP&A by analyzing relevant information, trends (internal and external) and drawing conclusions to support strategic and operational planning. You will also drive the BG finance operational rhythm assuring alignment and process standardization with leadership in the Strategic Planning process, Operating Plan target setting and execution and Quarterly Operating and Financial reviews. You will develop cadence and analytics to connect financial performance to financial plan, leveraging the “Plan Do Check Act” framework to understand financial performance, operational drivers and actions that need to be taken. Driving standardization and centralization of financial reports to leverage resources, speed and simplicity across the BG and coordination across the enterprise, supporting weekly management processes and reporting. Conducting financial analysis of BG investment opportunities and BG portfolio initiatives. Responsible for all components of the BG Sponsored P&L including budget management of central marketing and R&D. Providing ad-hoc analysis and support to senior management on strategic initiatives and other special projects. Managing a team of financial analysts, providing coaching and development opportunities to support their growth and success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
Seven (7) years of Finance or Accounting experience in a private, public, government or military environment
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Finance from an accredited institution
Experience providing financial counsel/analysis
Strong Finance and Accounting knowledge
Highly proactive self-starter with the ability to drive change
Experience working on cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Supporting the Director of FP&A by analyzing relevant information, trends (internal and external) and drawing conclusions to support strategic and operational planning.
Driving the BG finance operational rhythm assuring alignment and process standardization with leadership in the Strategic Planning process, Operating Plan target setting and execution and Quarterly Operating and Financial reviews
Developing cadence and analytics to connect financial performance to financial plan.
Leveraging “Plan Do Check Act” framework to understand financial performance, operational drivers and actions that need to be taken
Driving standardization and centralization of financial reports to leverage resources, speed and simplicity across the BG and coordination across the enterprise
Supporting weekly management processes and reporting
Conducting financial analysis of BG investment opportunities and BG portfolio initiatives
Responsible for all components of the BG Sponsored P&L including budget management of central marketing and R&D.
Providing ad-hoc analysis and support to senior management on strategic initiatives and other special projects.
Managing a team of financial analysts, providing coaching and development opportunities to support their growth and success.
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.