Senior Financial Analyst

MillerKnoll•Holland, MI

21d

About The Position

Why join us? Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. GENERAL PURPOSE Leads specialized finance-related activities to support the MillerKnoll Americas Contract segment. Partnering with business leaders and other finance counterparts, this individual will support the company with financial analysis, forecasts, projections, and strategic planning. This role is also responsible for analyzing business trends, vetting new business opportunities, and create recommendations for management. Assignments typically provide exposure to complex financial and business-related concepts, issues, and activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Collaborates with Management to provide strategic guidance and sound business decision support through proper financial analysis, collaboration and critical thinking. Conducts activities in accordance with GAAP and established Herman Miller guidelines. Confers with leadership and internal business partners on unusual issues/situations and in identifying reporting requirements. Coordinates /oversees and liaisons with Herman Miller finance, both domestic and international. Develops and independently implements work strategies to achieve desired results. Influences business decisions by effectively forecasting, preparing and presenting financial forecasts. Leads activities in support of multiple/large projects/ functions or major business units/product lines. Leverages extensive internal/external contacts at all levels in the organization. May provide support on special projects, as they arise, such as business acquisitions, divestitures or new products. Provides professional mentoring to less experienced team members. Summarizes financial performance, identifies key performance indicators, and facilitates action plans to address significant risks and opportunities. Works with cross-functional areas to identify and implement continuous process improvements. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
6 + years of experience in professional finance position.
Highly developed and thorough knowledge and expertise in finance area of specialty resulting in the confidence to advise, influence and partner with various groups to affect change, guide business decisions and identifying reporting needs.
Must have well developed interpersonal, communication skills and facilitation skills.
Highly developed analytical skills necessary to analyze problems and generate new ideas and solutions.
Demonstrated ability to identify, define, and resolve complex problems/projects/programs as well as the ability to identify trends and issues.
Proven ability to accomplish desired objectives / outcomes by influencing individuals at all levels, including internal and external management.
Demonstrated ability to establish and implement policy and procedures in key areas.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams and manage projects.
Demonstrated ability to use office automation, communication, software and tools currently used in the Herman Miller office environment including a thorough understanding of financial software, Herman Miller information systems, data warehouse and ability to use Business Intelligence tools.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred.
CPA - Certified Public Accountant or CTP - Certified Treasury Professional/CCM - Certified Cash Manager preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with Management to provide strategic guidance and sound business decision support through proper financial analysis, collaboration and critical thinking.
Conducts activities in accordance with GAAP and established Herman Miller guidelines.
Confers with leadership and internal business partners on unusual issues/situations and in identifying reporting requirements.
Coordinates /oversees and liaisons with Herman Miller finance, both domestic and international.
Develops and independently implements work strategies to achieve desired results.
Influences business decisions by effectively forecasting, preparing and presenting financial forecasts.
Leads activities in support of multiple/large projects/ functions or major business units/product lines.
Leverages extensive internal/external contacts at all levels in the organization.
May provide support on special projects, as they arise, such as business acquisitions, divestitures or new products.
Provides professional mentoring to less experienced team members.
Summarizes financial performance, identifies key performance indicators, and facilitates action plans to address significant risks and opportunities.
Works with cross-functional areas to identify and implement continuous process improvements.
Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.