Sr Manager FP&A- Plant Finance

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

About This Role

The Carrier Collierville plant currently has an opening for a Sr Manager, FP&A. The selected candidate will work closely with the Associate Director, Plant Finance and Plant Management team to provide financial support to drive productivity and achieve the facility’s financial and operational goals. This candidate will also prepare and analyze financial plans and forecasts, manufacturing projections, and capital investment plans.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead the plant’s FP&A function – financial reporting, monthly and annual forecasting/planning process.

• Analyze factory performance; perform manufacturing projections and sensitivity analysis.

• Coordinate weekly factory performance review meetings with plant leadership.

• Complete monthly financial statement variance reviews of actuals and forecast and present to management.

• Manage capital spending request process, oversee investment analysis and work with project managers to accurately forecast capital spend.

• Manage labor productivity project reviews and tracking. 

• Directly supervise other employee(s). Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable law. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Manage a Financial Analyst – Lead and develop an analyst, oversee their financial reporting, month-end closing, and account reconciliation responsibilities. In particular, the manager will also work closely with the analyst to accurately accrue factory and capital spending. 

• Ensure preparation of financial information is in accordance with GAAP & Sarbanes-Oxley and prepare the company for internal & external audits.

• Perform Ad-hoc analysis as needed for finance and plant leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Finance or Accounting

• 7+ years experience in financial planning & analysis in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience and ability to lead and develop professionals.

• Ability to work cross-functionally and provide financial leadership across the organization.

• Exceptional computer, analytical, and problem-solving skills; computer skills, at a minimum, should include demonstrated proficiency in using Excel and PowerPoint. HFM/Hyperion Financial Management and SAP are preferred.

• Excellent communication skills: ability to concisely and effectively report on analysis both orally and in written format.

• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to analyze and present data to management for review.

• Knowledge of US GAAP & Sarbanes-Oxley.

• MBA or CPA/CMA. 

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