Financial Planning Control Manager

Bethel, CT

• No Sponsorships, transfers, OPT, or visa sponsorships.
• Permanent /Direct Hire Position, great company, excellent pay and benefits
• On-site position and not Remote
• Relocation assistance available for this position
• If you are a good fit, you will most likely be contacted the same day.

Partners with the Finance Business Partner and local business executives to provide accurate reporting and analysis of accounting data and related financial results. Performs financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting support. Prepare financial statements through the monthly closing activities and present results to the senior manage team. Direct the execution of cost accounting methods/standards and activities. Maintain a sound set of controls to ensure that monthly costing are accurate and can be relied upon. Oversee the cost and inventory control systems, manage and interpret cost data, and prepare various cost accounting analysis and inventory reports for senior management. Conduct product line profitability studies and the analysis of future business opportunities. In addition, assist the Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Controller & Treasury Manager in maintaining the control environment and that stands up to audit by internal and external auditors.

• Is accountable for the preparation of financial statements forecasts that are the basis of the annual plan and intermediate forecast updates for the business.
• Ensures the integrity of data produced into the financial systems and supports the organizations financial goals and commitments with accurate reporting and analysis.
• Oversees and reviews month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries/postings, account reconciliations, balance sheet updates, etc. and ensures timely completion and submission.
• Ensures that the companys cost accounting system results in accurately reported inventory and cost of sales in the financial statements and is in compliance with generally accepted accounting policies and company standards. Oversee G/L review activity of production costs, variances and inventory levels and provide monthly reports to management on product line profitability.
• Performs variance analysis of important business drivers for performance vs plan, forecast and prior year performance. Prepares and delivers presentations to local and executive management highlighting critical drivers of financial performance and executable recovery plan.
• Works closely with finance director to ensure timely submission and review of financial plans. Supports and performs special projects; miscellaneous financial analysis, spreadsheet, worksheet, and graph preparation, as needed.
• Provides guidance to the business on financial areas of importance to meet the organizations financial goals and commitments. Partners with functional leaders in the businesses with an emphasis on collaboration and providing best possible financial support to the organization.
• Analyzes profit and loss income statements and prepares reports on findings to make budgetary and cost recommendations to management. Conducts special projects as needed/requested and prepares reports on findings to make budgeting and cost recommendations to management.
• Maintains a continuous improvement and learning mindset; contributes to the ongoing standardization and improvement of financial planning tools and processes.
• Leads a small team of accounting/finance professionals to perform timely analysis and reporting. Promotes teamwork, communicates information and provides constructive feedback to direct reports. Determines performance expectations, evaluates performance and provides coaching and development opportunities.
• Work closely with business in the development of cost models for product pricing and monitoring productivity. Key contact for any cost related issues prior to the company making commitments to investments or relocation of capital, addition or discontinuance of product lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree