Regional Finance Director, US/CAN

Hexagon Geosystems•Alpharetta, GA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

When an entire city needs to be rendered into a 3D model in-flight, utilities buried deep under soil need to be uncovered, highly complex infrastructure projects need to be implemented and even when crime scene investigation needs to be documented – that’s Leica Geosystems, A Hexagon Company. More than 5,000 employees in 33 countries help us develop the latest technologies for Reality Capture, survey and measurement. The Regional Finance Director is responsible for and has overall responsibility for the finance function and oversees end-to-end accounting processes, finance project management, financial controls and compliance and regulatory reporting. This is a hybrid position with weekly in-office work required at our Alpharetta, GA location. Ability to travel is also required.

Requirements

Degree with a specialization in Finance, Accounting or a related field/ Internationally recognized Professional Accounting Qualification
At least 15 - 20 years of professional experience, preferably with five or more years in a senior financial role within a similar industry
Fluent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Sage) and planning & reporting technologies (Hyperion, BIW, Tableau, etc.)
Proactive leader who consistently demonstrates initiative, problem solving and decision-making skills
Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret strategic data
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management, board or external stakeholders
Ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers
Commercial acumen and insight
Ability to travel as required - there is a considerable amount of travel required to fulfil this role
Fluent in English

Nice To Haves

command over other regional languages will be an added advantage

Responsibilities

Define, contribute to and execute the region’s financial strategy and direct all financial operations through effective structuring, planning and development to increase performance and facilitate growth in line with the organizations and regions strategic and growth objectives
Plan and forecast company’s business activities and financial position in area of revenue, expenses and earnings based on expected operations, with primary input from sales and operations functions to ensure forecasts & assumptions are reasonable, consistent with the business activity and accurate
Contribute to the development of regional business strategy, challenging assumptions and decision-making and provide financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers
Business partnering senior stakeholders across a variety of functions to create genuine value add analysis of supply and demand of business services
Drive and direct the planning and preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
Collaborate with regional and/or corporate stakeholders, as relevant, to communicate financial strategies, performance, and analysis to Management
Evaluate strategic growth and development options and investment appraisal in line with the organizations short term and long-term strategies
Provide financial analytical support when assessing the feasibility of current and pursuing new business through identifying opportunities, risk areas and providing recommendations and actions for improvement
Ensure monthly tax management and reporting in accordance with prevailing tax law, regulations and timelines
Be a key member of the team that supports in analysis and negotiation of acquisitions, joint ventures and strategic partnerships