Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Analyzes monthly results with the intent of identifying trends and variances from plan and forecasted expectations. The role will provide accurate and timely information to management across all divisions, including commentary and recommendations where appropriate. The focus will be to continuously improve financial reporting & analysis and provide insight to key business leaders.

Improve the financial reporting structure by leveraging available technologies will also be expected of this role. Key areas of focus on a monthly basis will be operating expenses, including transportation costs, as well as sales and margin analysis. Coordinates and participates in the development of the annual financial plan, as well as interim forecasts.

This will include driving processes and workflow, analysis of projections and spending to ensure consistency across departments and divisions, and deep dives where necessary to bring issues and insights to management. Participates in the development of dynamic financial modeling to support key initiatives and analysis. Identify risks, potential financial outcomes of various decision alternatives, and provide management with information and recommendations necessary to support key decisions.

An emphasis will be placed on the ability to identify and discover root cause relationships to support conclusions. Provide financial support and NPV/IRR/Payback calculations for capital projects. Other ad hoc requests as required by the CFO and management.

Including but not limited to; ad hoc financial analysis, scorecards, financial statements, forecasts and metrics as required to support business units, corporate requirements, Board of Director presentations, and reports to the senior leadership team. Assist the CFO with data requirements related to annual insurance renewals. Complies with safety and GMP requirements.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT Supports a culture of safe production and operations; follows all safety procedures. Responsible for safety performance in respective area. Responsible for incident investigations, job hazard analyses, risk assessments, inspections, training, employee involvement, and enforcement of workplace health and safety policies and requirements.

Acts as the primary communicator of safety information in the department. Encourages employees’ participation in the safety effort. Fulfills responsibilities as outlined in the company safety management plan.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Directly manages three employees that support the financial analysis and cost accounting functions for all divisions within NOW Health Group. Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college, Master’s Degree or MBA highly desired; and a minimum of ten to twelve years related experience required.

At least 3 years of prior supervisory or management level experience.

Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Proven leadership skills are essential, as well as the ability to influence direct reports, peers, and senior executives with conviction and empathy. Prior experience working with multiple divisions is desirable.

Strong analytical skills, critical strategic thinking, problem solving, and reasoning abilities are required.

A solid background in technology including Excel (advanced), business intelligence software, ERP, and other Microsoft 365 programs is also required. Experience in a manufacturing environment, working with an ERP system, prior cost accounting experience, and a background working in a multi-divisional company are all highly desirable.

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS Ability to prioritize and plan work activities, integrate change smoothly, work in an organized manner; develop and prioritize effective goals and strategies; must have a tactful personality. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must have excellent interpersonal and time management skills and be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to offer workable solutions to issues are essential. Must demonstrate analytical and leadership skills.

Should have familiarity with report writing tools for enterprise resource planning. Ability to analyze and synthesize business requirements, including recognizing patterns and conceptualizing processes. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Strong quantitative skills are required.

Ability to perform basic formulations in relation to growth. Understanding of statistical analysis is required. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit at a desk. The employee is frequently required to use hands to write and use the telephone and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.