Regional Finance Controller - Manager

Regional Finance Controller - Manager

  Not Disclosed

  Southaven, MS

  9.0 Months

  Not Disclosed

  Not Disclosed

  Manufacturing

Job Description

Regional Finance Controller - Manager

The client is looking for a Regional Finance Controller for our Logistics organization, the position will be based in client location, but must have the ability to support other regional locations.
The manager to be an integral member of a diverse and dynamic team, that offers the chance for you to grow, contribute and learn as far as your growth mindset takes you.

Responsibilities:

As the Regional Finance Controller, this position is responsible for financial transparency for our operations, which includes but not limited to warehousing & light manufacturing operations, labor-based analysis, new product introduction, capital expenditures, cost savings measures, and activity-based costing. The manager will support multiple business units on multiple levels as well work closely with different countries, such as Mexico, Canada, Germany, etc.
Ensures coherence with controlling standards, policies and procedures, adopts respective processes.
Monitors financial performance, provides KPI analyzes, and prepares respective performance reporting and forecasts for the distribution center.
Ensures planning, monitoring, and reviews of operational budget.
Oversees the day-to-day controlling and financial analysis of operations.
Data transparency and monitoring that will support operational improvement and efficiency.
Manage month end activities including but not limited to data compilation, journal entry preparation and general ledger review.
Cost Accounting for products within the distribution center.
Ability to automate financial business processes
Build reports via. Tableau, Power BI or other financial tools, etc.
Participate in projects and cost improvement initiatives to drive fact-based decisions.
Partner with the distribution center management team to drive business improvements and customer satisfaction.
Respond to business/management requests for ad hoc reports and analysis.
Business forecast projections as needed based on business requirements
Support adherence to internal controls and compliance requirements in all areas.
Contribute to automation and improvement of reporting processes and everyday tasks.
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:
All qualified candidates must have at least 10 years of experience inclusive of:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field
10 years of related professional experience – including 3 years of management experience
Cost Accounting experience - standard costing with labor and overhead rate calculation
Ability to effectively manage deadlines and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Highly developed analytical skills and detail-orientation
Team-mindset with “we can do it” mentality
Team player, ability to manage, build, and develop a high-performance financial team
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
Strong sense of ownership
Proven track record in financial analysis to drive fact-based decisions
SAP FICO proficiency

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

Experience with Tableau highly preferred
Strong Excel, PowerPoint, MS tools skills, etc.
Knowledge of Snowflake and Hyperion
Previous experience in business unit or business segment operational finance

Key Details:

Manufacturing/Distribution environment is a key experience to have
Cost Accounting background
Able to communicate with staff that supports the site
Managerial Skills required. Need to be able to manager team members.
Looking for long term positions and not jumping from position to position
SAP is a huge plus
Experience with Forecasting, budgeting, accounting…
Excel- proficient completing reports
Kept up with technology and digitalizing

Note :

BA degree required with 10 years of experience
Travel approximately 5% to 10% as the need arises, includes domestic & international
Hours of the Shift: 7:30-4:30 (1 hour lunch – there can be some flexibility in the schedule)
Remote/OnSite: Mostly on site, potentially 1-2 days remote
Looking for someone who has been in a Financial Controller position
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.