Senior Finance Manager

The Senior Finance Manger will oversee the financial operations of a manufacturing plant, driving the development and execution of financial strategies to ensure optimal operational and financial performance. The role requires leadership in FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, cost and inventory control, and financial reporting. As a key member of the management team, the Controller will partner with cross-functional leaders to deliver financial insights, promote operational excellence, and ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the preparation of the annual financial plan, including standard labor and overhead rates, departmental budgets, and capital expenditure forecasts.
• Develop and manage monthly and quarterly financial forecasts, providing actionable insights to leadership teams.
• Analyze and report financial KPIs, including variance analysis of actuals versus budget/forecast.

Manufacturing Cost Accounting

• Maintain and review standard costing models, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and production costs to ensure accurate product costing.
• Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts, including oversight of physical inventory processes and reserve reconciliations.
• Conduct profitability analyses, focusing on improving gross margins and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Generate and distribute management reports on operational variances, cost performance, and cash flow metrics.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure SOX compliance and maintain robust internal controls across all financial processes.
• Lead external and internal audit processes, acting as the main point of contact for auditors.
• Evaluate and enhance financial policies, procedures, and systems to meet organizational and regulatory requirements.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, providing training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to align financial goals with plant objectives, driving operational efficiencies.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior management, presenting recommendations to improve financial performance.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial operations and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Leverage technology to modernize financial systems, increasing transparency and efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience in manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in cost accounting, FP&A, and inventory management.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems (SAP, Oracle HFM, etc.) and Excel.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Very proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office and financial software applications.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Confidence in challenging the status quo; always on the hunt for continuous improvement opportunities.
• The ability to go fast; the desire to help others go faster.
• Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills.

 

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• None

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

 

 

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vita