District Finance Manager; FP&A - Southwest

District Finance Manager (FP&A) – Southwest

Location:

Commerce, CA, US,

Company:
Univar Solutions USA LLC

Requisition

This role partners with General Managers and Operation Managers to drive growth and ensure responsible use of the Company’s resources. It supports the Southwest District in the West Region and is responsible for managing and overseeing accounting, financial reporting, and commercial & operational analysis within the assigned district.

• Provides reporting and analysis that assists district level management in driving performance improvement and cost efficiency.
• Develops rolling forecasts and budgets for the district.
• Runs all required monthly financial reports to support month‑end close.
• Jointly works on cost‑saving and capex projects, performing appropriate ROI review.

• Understands and supports compliance with all key business processes.
• Analyzes, reviews, and reports on sales performance activity.
• Ensures data integrity through proper and consistent coding of all operating expenses, providing feedback and coaching to non‑finance teammates as a local finance ambassador.
• Supports month‑end close process through early identification of issues and timely review of financials, preparing timely financial reviews to explain performance to key business stakeholders.
• Supports working‑capital management through active review of customer terms, aging, and inventory turnover processes with the Shared Service Center.

• Actively contributes to a high‑performing finance team.
• Proactively identifies, develops, and executes tools and processes that improve effectiveness and efficiency, driving district profitability.
• Assists with special projects and preparation of reports as required.
• Effectively drives a positive culture for cross‑functional and cross‑branch/district improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting from an accredited four‑year institution is required; MBA and/or CPA is preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive Finance or Accounting experience.
• Ability to utilize soft skills to get results in a highly matrixed environment.
• Problem‑solving and critical process review/project management skills.
• Interpersonal skills in coaching and influencing without direct reporting authority.
• Effective communication skills in both external and internal contexts.
• Organizational skills and ability to balance competing priorities.
• Strategic thinker with experience in a distribution/manufacturing business.
• Planning & forecasting experience.
• Skilled at performance reporting and investment evaluation/analysis (financial modeling).
• Highly skilled with systems and information management (e.g., SAP/One Stream, Tableau, Excel).
• Solid understanding of key concepts such as interpreting financial statements, inventory costing, days sales working capital, internal controls, and managing compliance and risk.

This is a hybrid role based at our Commerce, CA location.

• Salary range: $125,000 – $145,000; role is also eligible for incentive pay.
• Salary may be influenced by experience, education, certifications, and work location.
• Benefits include health, vision, dental coverage; 401(k) matching; flexible time off.

• Strong work/life flexibility.
• Inclusive, collaborative team environment committed to company goals.
• Targeted annual company bonus and annual salary reviews.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at