Finance Manager

Celestica International LP•Fort Worth, TX

25d

About The Position

The FP&A Manager is a key financial leader responsible for driving the organization's Financial Planning, Forecasting, and Decision Support functions. This role oversees the development of annual operating plans, periodic forecasts, and essential financial analyses that guide management decisions. The Manager operates with a high degree of autonomy, is accountable for the quality of financial deliverables, and will lead a multi-functional work group or project team. This role may include direct management and development of a team of finance professionals to ensure timely and accurate execution of all FP&A activities.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge and understanding of financial management, generally accepted accounting, and financial principles and procedures.
Expert knowledge of office systems and analytical tools (e.g., financial modeling, forecasting applications).
Strong understanding of the global business environment and the organization's/customers' business, products, and processes.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers, including senior executives.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, manage, train, and motivate a diverse group of employees.
Strong negotiation, problem resolution, and complex decision-making skills; ability to evaluate, prioritize, and manage a variety of tasks under tight deadlines.
7-10+ years of progressive, relevant experience, of relevant experience in finance, decision support, or a related field, with demonstrated leadership or management responsibilities.
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting or Finance. or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Act as project leader for, and manage the activities of staff involved in, the accurate and timely development and consolidation of financial plans, forecasts, and annual operating budgets.
Develop timelines, financial plan guidance, and key planning assumptions; gather and analyze information to support these assumptions.
Oversee the development and preparation of alternative plan models and prepare and present concise financial summaries to senior management.
Provide financial leadership by reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting financial and budgetary information, placing a strong focus on the attainment of financial/performance objectives.
Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages including forecasts, results, and financial and operational metrics.
Ensure meaningful and value-add analysis is performed to support both financial and operational management in their decision-making process.
Complete special projects involving the analysis of financial information related to profitability, investment decisions, product pricing, cash flow, inventory, costs, and expense targets.
Interface with and influence senior management on significant issues, proactively providing insight and analysis on risks and opportunities.
Build and maintain positive cross-functional relationships and develop external business relationships as required.
May provide direct or indirect supervision to the decision support staff, including staffing the department, assigning work, reviewing performance, coaching, and managing employee total compensation.
Provide daily leadership, coaching, and development to team members, promoting and maintaining a productive work environment.
Develop and implement financial processes, system architecture, guidelines, procedures, and business controls to improve analysis quality, drive cost reduction, and support strategic initiatives.
Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, objectives, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).