Korn Ferry has partnered with our client in their search for an experienced and results-driven Operational Finance Manager.

The Operational Finance Manager will play a critical role in helping the Company achieve its mission and long-term strategy. This leadership role will be responsible for managing the operational financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting processes and projects to provide financial decision support and to drive business results. The Finance Operations Manager is also responsible for ensuring financial operations comply with internal processes and policies and for leading and/or managing other analysts. This person will report to the VP of Finance and may have direct report(s).

Position Responsibilities and Duties

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Partner with multiple business segments in providing financial leadership performing proactive and insightful financial analysis and reporting. Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual results and KPIs against budget, forecast and prior period(s) identifying and explaining variance drivers and working with business managers to make recommendations for actions and improvements.
• Effectively communicate monthly financial and performance results to Operational and Executive leadership.
• Own financial business cases (DCF models), including collection and management of relevant inputs. Review inputs for accuracy and run sensitivity analysis, provide overall financial recommendations.

Analytics & Optimization

• Assist in the creation and implementation of financial analysis and operational dashboards that assist with cost control, productivity and drive utilization and efficiency improvements.
• Analyze financial information to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Conceptualize and build reports in Power BI, Qlik, or Excel, drive automation, and streamline reporting and processes using a continuous improvement mindset.
• Perform ad hoc analysis (e.g. financial analysis of capex projects, strategic initiatives, etc.)

Forecasting, Budgeting, and Strategic Planning

• the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process for multiple business segments, constructing income statement, balance sheet, and capital expenditures utilizing business drivers (volumes, headcount, fleet, etc.).
• the forecasting model and own the accumulation and preparation of all inputs during our updating process.
• Support the executive leadership team in preparing and communicating related inputs for the Long-Range Plan.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting from an accredited institution; MBA preferred.
• At least five years of relevant experience in financial reporting and modeling or similar field.
• A working understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with ERP systems, Net Suite preferred
• Experience with budget systems, Adaptive preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with PowerBI or similar business intelligence platforms.
• Experience in supporting forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Strong communication skills.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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