Sr Manager, Retail, Regional Finance

Nutrien•Deerfield, IL

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Director, Finance, North American Retail Field Operations, the Regional Finance Sr. Manager is responsible for the overall financial support of their assigned region to identify opportunities for increased profitability and provide timely information in supporting quick and accurate decision making.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution
A minimum of 8+ years’ experience in practical financial experience is required
Demonstrated leadership skills are required
Demonstrated analytical skills are required
Ability to travel is required
Highly detail oriented
Self-Motivated
Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent integrity and business ethics
Ability to lead by example and work well with others

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, CFA or CMA is preferred

Responsibilities

Work directly with Corporate and Operations management to identify opportunities for increased profitability
Coordinate the preparation of budgets, strategic plans, quarterly presentations, forecasts, and monthly business narratives
Partner with FP&A capital team and regional management to communicate and forecast capital requirements, perform DCF/IRR calculations and monitor spend for the Region
Contribute to the creation of analytics and monitoring of KPIs to measure overall financial health of branches and divisions
Provide accurate, timely, and reliable financial reports to Regional, Divisional, Branch and Corporate management as assigned
Support strategic growth targets by tracking the performance of the group through a suite of key KPI’s
Analyze and communicate results of quarterly/annual benchmark analysis, as it relates to Division, branch, salesman performance.
Communicate and coordinate with Corporate functional areas, Region Manager and Regional support to ensure that internal controls and procedures are consistently followed
Clearly define and communicate duties, responsibilities, authority and expectations to direct report(s)
Monitor direct report performance and develop individual plans to meet performance expectations
Lead functional area toward integration of newly acquired or merged businesses into the Region
Coordinate and direct support for Regional financial decisions
Contribute to the identification and analysis of Merger and Acquisition candidates
Perform month end close responsibilities, including to help prepare journal entries and review of financial statements for accuracy
Prepare monthly and quarterly variance analysis and related commentary, including as a contributor to SOX controls
Keep abreast of current trends and practices in the industry and field of expertise
Provide support for the monitoring of internal controls to ensure effectiveness
Apply effective people leadership skills leading team through performance management, career development, and budget management
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
As a leader in Retail Finance, foster engagement through Clarity, Competence, Influence, & Recognition
Provide support and feedback to team members, including communicating team goals and identifying areas for new training or skill checks
Communicate company and functional goals, core values, safety practices, and deadlines to team
Coach members on achieving goals and developing necessary skills that get results
Set clear team goals, evaluating progress along the way, allowing teams to work collaboratively to reach targets