Dir of Finance and Functions

Reporting to:
President and CEO / Managing Director Opelika Plant BU Cooking

Direct Reports:
Controlling Clerk, Finance Clerk

• All business functions of plant
• USA authorities and public institutions
• External service providers such as auditors, tax advisors and banks

• Frequent interaction and alignment of USA activities with Vice President Finance BU Cooking
• Directors of the BU Cooking, especially Controlling/Finance, Human Resources, and Category Marketing
• Vice President Finance VG USA
• Others as needed and on demand.

• MBA or bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or controlling.
• Certified Public Accountant desired but not mandatory.
• Skills in corporate tax accountant
• Minimum 5 years experience in financial management practices, ideally also in cost accounting.
• Solid US GAAP and financial reporting technical skills, German GAAP desirable.
• Proven experience as a financial leader or similar financial leadership role as an expert within the manufacturing industry.
• Exceptional leadership and business partnering skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, and financial and cost analysis.
• Demonstrated track record of operative financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in financial management software such as SAP R3 / SAP4
  
  Hana and advanced knowledge of all Microsoft products such as Excel. Ability to manage accounts A/R and A/P
• Experience managing profitability, and promoting of process improvement.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices
• Excellent communication and people skills.

As a seasoned financial leader in the manufacturing industry the Manager Finance will apply their strategic mindset and collaborative leadership style to:

• Lead and manage accounting and controlling to ensure efficient and effective operations across all aspects of the organization.
• Develop financial goals, evaluate trends; establish critical measurements; develop/refine costing methods for accurate pricing, determine production, and productivity, ,; design systems; identify and accumulate resources; resolve problems; and implement change in collaboration with the CEO and leadership team.
• Forecast capital, facilities, and staff requirements together with HR; identify monetary resources; and develop action plans to support strategies and organizational goals.

Responsibility for all assets and liabilities for the company including A/R, A/P and Cash

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monthly P&L for profit sharing;
  Quarterly and annual financials and presentations to the Board.
• Perform risk management.

Provide financial guidance and support to the CEO and leadership team by:

• Offering insights and recommendations on business decisions and investments;
  Deciding on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks;
  Evaluating the investment accounts for proper risk allocation.

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, monitoring financial performance and variances.
• Oversee cash flow management, treasury functions, and banking relationships.
• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations.
• Set up and oversee the company’s finance IT system.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, such as auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.
• Ensure compliance with the law and company’s policies.
• File annual forms such as 5500’s and sales taxes.
• Update job knowledge by remaining aware of new regulations, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and cost optimization.
• Assist with HR duties to ensure compliance with labor laws;
  File annual forms as needed.
• Work across all business lines to identify opportunities for growth that are financially sound.