Senior Business Financial Analyst

Senior level consultant to serve as Chief Financial Officer for the assigned business segments to provide analysis to enable the Line of Business leadership to maximize shareholder value. Maintain and manage all relevant financial information and data for the business segments ranging in size from $100MM to $675MM of revenue. Possess deep knowledge of the customers, products, costs, markets, economic/political conditions and business strategy of the Line of Business. Develop strategic metrics for the performance of the unit, and provide proactive modeling, analysis and recommendations regarding all financial aspects of the line of business. Work collaboratively with all functional areas of the Line of Business to ensure revenue/cost/profit objectives are achieved through Total Cost of Ownership model.  This position works on a day-to-day basis with the Line of Business managers, Line of Business organizations, Finance department and the Vice Presidents of the Packaging Resources Group.

 

RESPONSIBILTIES:
Financial modeling and profitability analysis to support decisions on product development, production scheduling and customer contract development.
Support the business planning process by developing detailed forecasts and analysis.  Manage the development of the LOB strategy and annual plan.
Coordinate quarterly forecasting with LOB and mill business analysis departments.
Monthly review, preparation and delivery of financial performance versus key metrics.
Develop financial objectives for the segment ? grades, customers, location-specific.  Ensure accuracy and relevance of data; analyze and report on key results indicators.
Develop business-specific database for the evaluation of financial health of the Line of Business and as a basis for making decisions to maximize shareholder value. 
Identify and drive initiatives to improve LOB profitability
Track contribution of commercial productivity initiatives; report on progress. 
Collaborate with Marketing to analyze competitive advantages and position versus competitors. 
Educate and develop financial knowledge and business acumen for all LOB members

 

REQUIREMENTS:
A combination of technical skills and business acumen are a necessity.
MBA is preferred
5-10 years experience in manufacturing, finance, or commercial operations
Commercial Analysis knowledge and experience
Ability to look at issues from both a customer and operations perspective
Necessary to have a Global Perspective
Possess commercial vision and outstanding creativity. Demonstrate the ability to operate successfully within a large, collaborative, and matrixed structure. 
Strong entrepreneurial mindset 
Strong cross-functional team leadership and building skills, including the ability to identify and resolve issues and opportunities
Strong interpersonal skills, highly collaborative style, and leadership skills that reflect integrity, transparency, communication, enthusiasm, self-confidence, and loyalty.
Relentless about getting results
Leadership courage to challenge the status quo
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Need flexibility in looking at different approaches to tough problems ? creativity and out of the box thinking; critical thinking skills
Process-driven; proven analytic and problem-solving abilities
Ability to think longterm (5-10 years)

 


Business Unit :
Packaging Resource Group
Reports To :
Director, Finance, Line of Business