Finance Manager - Commercial

Summary:

The Manager of Commercial Finance is a key financial contributor responsible for providing financial reporting, performance analysis, and operational insights to the leadership of a designated business unit. This role collaborates closely with business unit leaders to drive profitability, execute financial strategies, deliver accurate forecasting, and optimize resource allocation. A successful candidate will provide reliable forecasts as well as valuable financial insights that inform business decisions and contribute to the overall growth and success of the business unit.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the development and execution of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and other short-term financial planning. 
• Monitor key financial performance indicators (KPIs) and provide variance analysis with actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain relationships with outside sales and other business leaders to drive accurate revenue and cost inputs to improve forecasts.
• Assist in incorporating macro-economic and industry trends into the forecasting process.

Operational & Strategic Business Support

• Serve as a financial partner to regional leadership, providing information and guidance in a clear and concise manner.
• Manage business unit’s expenses to budget and continuously work to eradicate unnecessary costs.
• Develop financial models and analyses to support decision-making and operational initiatives.
• Assess pricing strategies, manage cost inputs, and analyze profitability to optimize financial performance.
• Evaluate capital investments and resource allocations to maximize returns.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify risks and exposure in the business unit and apprise senior leadership of any potential concerns.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with centralized accounting teams to support month-end close activities and ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
• Perform detailed variance analysis on monthly and quarterly basis vs operation plan. 
• Partner with corporate FP&A to align forecasting and budgeting processes with company objectives.
• Assist in managing cash flow by supporting improvements in Days on Hand (DOH), Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and Days Payable Outstanding (DPO)

• Work closely with HR, operations, and sales teams to align financial goals with business objectives.

• Assist in financial due diligence and business integration efforts when applicable.

Job Competencies:

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with others in the organization.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• High level of organizational skills, time management skills, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet deadlines.
• High level of accountability for quality of work.  
• Attitude towards continuous improvement of the business and the department. 
• Strong business acumen and customer service skills.
• High aptitude for flexibility and comfortable with change. 

Experience and Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in finance or combination of finance/operations roles.
• Proficient in financial analysis, forecasting and financial modeling. 
• Adept use of Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI to extrapolate data and create meaningful reports for end users. 
• Experience in the relevant industry or sector is often preferred but not always required.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Work performed in an office environment.
• Ability to sit for an extended period and operate standard office equipment. 
• Must pass work eligibility requirements.