Business Unit Head - Finance - Manufacturing Firm

Business Unit Head of Finance (Manufacturing) :

- Serve as key member of the Business Unit Leadership Team

- Lead all aspects of annual budgeting process across the Business Unit

- Prepare monthly financial forecast for P&L, balance sheet, capex and cash flow

- Prepare monthly reporting and analysis of financial and operational results

- Thoroughly explain financial performance and key variances from budget, forecast and prior year to BU Leadership Team and Divisional leadership in monthly business review meetings

- Reconcile waste figures across all sites on monthly basis and partner with Operations Team to research and resolve any variances as needed

- Develop, monitor and execute specific initiatives to optimize working capital

- Identify and implement process improvement opportunities within the finance function

- Oversee capital planning, capital forecasting and business case development for key investments

- Supervise Commercial Finance team and ensure pricing aligns with profitable growth objectives

- Monitor and implement site level internal controls to ensure reporting integrity, safeguarding of company assets and mitigation of key business risks

- Ensure inventory is properly valued and controlled by maintaining strong reconciliation and cycle count processes

- Partner with Finance Resource Center (Shared Services) to ensure smooth monthly closing process with timely and accurate financial results

- Collaborate with IT and Operations Department leaders on SAP/Kiwi ERP implementations

Qualification And Experience :

- CA (Ist or 2nd Attempt) with 10+ years of progressive finance experience in a manufacturing organization. Age not more than 35.

- Proactive and self-motivated with ability to manage multiple projects under limited supervision

- Exceptional problem-solving skills both individually and in a group setting

- Calm under pressure with ability to manage through significant levels of organizational change

- Ability to distil complex financial topics down to easily understood and actionable recommendations to improve business performance

- Customer-focused with strong attention to detail; Capable of delivering accurate, quality results in timely manner

- Intellectual curiosity and courage to implement new ways of working; Demonstrated experience implementing process improvements

- Confidence interacting with and influencing individuals at all levels of organization from shop floor through division leadership

- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; Experience with SAP and Hyperion HFM a plus

Remuneration:

An outstanding remuneration package that rewards professionalism and diligence will be on offer for the successful applicant as well as a well defined career path. An excellent package will be on offer for the right candidate, including an above industry base salary for the right person as well as the most complete employee benefit scheme. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the market leader

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