Lead Operations Finance Business Partner

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Menasha, WI, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Productivity • Design
The Role
Lead financial business partner supporting operations and project teams. Provide financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, performance monitoring, cash flow and profitability management, and ad hoc analyses. Mentor associate business partners, drive process improvements, and collaborate cross-functionally with accounting and tax to align project financials and resolve issues.
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You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

The Operations Finance Business Partner Lead is responsible for providing comprehensive financial support and strategic insights to the operational business groups and their project management teams along with leading and mentoring associate business partners. This role serves as a key financial partner, building trust and strong relationships to help leaders manage their projects and profit centers effectively.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting, with a strong ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to non-finance professionals. Will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA, MBA or other certification is favorable but not required.

Experience: : A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in finance or corporate accounting, with a minimum of 3 years in a direct operations or project-focused environment. Experience with corporate accounting systems.

Travel: 5-10%

Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervises and mentors direct report(s): Understands the business partner role in full in order to mentor and develop direct report(s).

  • Strategic Financial Partnership: Acts as a financial business partner to project management and operational leadership on complex initiatives and strategic decisions.

  • Operational & Project Analysis: Provides detailed financial analysis and insights to support business strategies, focusing on project profitability, customer analysis, and overall financial performance.

  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Leads and supports the budget and forecast processes for supported operational groups to ensure alignment with short- and long-term business goals.

  • Performance Monitoring: Analyzes financial results, monitors variances, identifies trends, and recommends actions to operational leaders to optimize financial project performance.

  • Data Interpretation: Interprets and communicates complex financial data to support decision-making, highlighting trends, causes, risks, and opportunities.

  • Process Improvement: Drives ongoing improvement and innovation in financial processes, procedures, and tools within the operations finance function.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serves as the primary liaison between operations and other financial departments (e.g., accounting, tax) to ensure accurate financial project alignment and resolve unique issues.

  • Cash Flow and Profitability Management: Monitors project cash flow, including over/under billing and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and performs profitability analysis for projects and customers.

  • Ad Hoc Analysis: Leads special projects and provides ad hoc financial analysis as required by operational and finance leaders.

  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

 

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
  • 7-10 years finance or corporate accounting experience
  • Minimum 3 years in a direct operations or project-focused environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
  • Experience with corporate accounting systems
  • Supervisory or mentoring experience for direct reports
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • CPA, MBA, or other certification
  • Ability to travel 5-10%

Faith Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Faith Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Faith Technologies.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellness programs are repeatedly recognized and include mental‑health support, fitness reimbursement, financial‑wellness education, and a monthly “Time to Recharge” benefit. Feedback suggests these lifestyle elements enhance perceived total rewards beyond base pay.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match, profit‑sharing, and after‑tax emergency‑savings options provide meaningful long‑term financial support. Feedback suggests these features add tangible value across many roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, paid holidays, parental/military/medical leave, and extra monthly recharge time create multiple ways to step away when needed. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave is a notable strength within the package.

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The Company
HQ: Menasha, WI
1,745 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Faith Technologies, a division of FTI, is an energy expert and national leader in electrical planning, engineering, design and installation. As a comprehensive authority in the field of electrical and energy services, Faith leads industry change through a dedicated investment in technology, strategic project consulting and process engineering that drives productivity, value, and above all, safety. Through innovative practices, Faith drives trends in growth and development with continual investment in their merit-based employees’ skill, leadership and career development. Our Mission Making our customers and ourselves better through passion, practical solutions, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. Core Values: 1) Uncompromised Focus on Keeping People Safe 2) Build Trust in Everything We Do 3) Redefine What’s Possible 4) Reward Individual Results that Create Team Success Visit faithtechnologies.com to learn more! For details of our Social Community Disclaimer, click here: https://bit.ly/3gdVRpc

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