Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Emerson•Houston, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for the Financial Planning an Analysis function of Isolation Valves global business. This includes managing the team and overseeing key financial processes such as annual budget, quarterly forecasting, monthly reporting and long-term financial plan. The role would also provide financial strategic and tactical support to senior management, including financial performance presentations and other ad hoc requests related to the business strategic initiatives.

Requirements

BS in Accounting and/or Finance required; Masters preferred
6+ years of experience in financial reporting
Ability to think critically, highly driven and self-motivated with strong analytical and organizational skills
Strong knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting systems, inventory control systems, and experience managing accounting procedures and controls
Skills in handling financial presentations and communicating with management personnel on all levels.
Attention to detail, time management, problem-solving skills, and action oriented
Strong computer skills including experience with a major ERP such as Oracle/SAP, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint. HFM experience highly preferred
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Nice To Haves

Masters preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee monthly consolidation, analysis, and publication of financial results and forecasts, including internal and external reporting.
Manage the preparation of the planning process cycle of Financial Review, President’s Councils, Value Creation Conference, Profit Review and budgeting.
Review of HFM financial reporting. Coordinate and record adjustments as needed.
Enforce policies and procedures for product line and strategic business unit financial reporting and planning performance measurement and analysis. Ensure results are communicated timely and accurately in a monthly basis.
Capital expenditure budgeting and appropriation request evaluation. Evaluate major capital expenditure requests.
Ensure internal controls and reporting requirements are adequate and consistent with general accepted accounting principles
Report and interpret results of operations to BU management, comparing performance to operating plans and historical results.
Use financial analysis and business acumen to provide decision support and/or make tactical and strategic recommendations in a variety of financial and non-financial areas at the business unit level
Direct the activities of the planning analysts and communications / support to managers and executives.
Evaluate and recommend appropriate methods and techniques for financial evaluation of projects and be eager to accept stretch assignments and ad hoc projects, as needed.
Encourage an atmosphere of teamwork, safety, creativity, trust and respect. Establish and maintain positive working relationships across finance and other functional areas to enhance organizational effectiveness.