Senior Manager Financial Planning Analysis

Our client is a global leader within fragrances, flavours and ingredients. Due to the continued development of the US business, they are looking to hire a Senior Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis.

The role will be responsible for performing complex financial analysis, involving company expense, income, and other business results based on past, present and future operations. The role reports directly into the CFO for North America and will play a vital role in evaluating information for setting the strategic direction of the business.

• Support CFO in analyzing and selecting best alternatives to strategic initiatives, operating model, and operational execution of the Region.
• Manages annual Budget and Forecast process, setting timing, guidelines, and requirements.
• Researches, analyzes, and reports fluctuations in financial and business results to identify trends and research variances; makes recommendations to improve company performance and resolve issues.
• Create financial, operational, and business models supporting business objectives.
• Collaborate with Director Supply Chain Finance in evaluating and reporting of manufacturing and operational performance.
• Lead the development of competitive and market research business intelligence.
• Analyzes and interprets various financial reports and statistics for management; makes recommendations to ensure proper business decisions are made.
• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting.

• BA/BS in Accounting.
• CPA or equivalent credential preferred.
• Several years of experience with financial planning and reporting responsibilities.
• Knowledge of business valuation approaches.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills building business models.
• Experience with Oracle ERP preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience and confidence in making recommendations and presentations to senior management within the business.