Finance Business Partner

Company: MRI Network
Location: Gilroy
Posted on: September 13, 2023

Job Description:

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER - AG MANUFACTURERThe primary purpose of this role is to provide financial support to the North American business unit, by driving effective financial processes and delivering commercial financial insight for the NA senior management team. The job holder will be accountable for the preparation and integrity of the period management accounts, budgets, forecasts and tax reporting, Group reporting packs, completeness and accuracy of financial information in the NA business units ERP and finance systems. The job holder must be able to demonstrate compliance with Company financial controls.RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead senior management financial reporting, including budget analysis, period and rolling forecasting, five-year business plan, financial modelling, period sales reporting and analysis and delivering against strategic objectivesEnsure accurate budgeting and forecasting takes place at all NA sites, variances to previous forecasts are clearly explainedEnsure that all members of the SMT are aware of, and accountable for, all financial opportunities within their span of controlAd hoc analysis of NA business unit financial and operational reporting, providing detailed commentary for variances as well as assisting and advising Business Unit Director in identifying areas of risk and opportunityEnsure period end reports are prepared and completed in accordance with specified deadlines; review period end reports with BUD including proposed solutions and improvementsSupport budget holders in developing understanding of budgeting and forecasting processEnsure timely completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations and corresponding supporting informationEnsure asset register is complete, accurate and supported by managing fixed asset rolling auditsEnsure accurate and timely completion and review of tax reportingLead preparation of year end information for internal and external auditors as well as ABF reporting packs; provide a detailed commentary to ensure all queries are answered in a clear and concise mannerSupport Business Unit Director in implementing, maintaining and continuously improving robust control systems and structure in line with financial control framework, accounting policies and reporting requirementsAnalyse, recommend and implement changes to the ERP and financial system to further support the requirements of the finance departmentIdentify and implement process improvements within the finance department to improve efficiency, demonstrate controls and provide cost savingsDeliver training to members of NA team in finance related topics, ensuring a more detailed understanding of processes is embedded throughout the organizationEnsure alignment between all NA sites regarding structure, dates and timings of accounts reportingContinuously review financial controls, reporting and transaction processing routines across the NA sites taking into account levels of risk, adequacy of controls design and application and process efficiency; develop and implement improvements to these activities based on a value-added approachIdentify and calendar key dates to gather data and prepare effective presentations as required for the Business Units participationQUALIFICATIONS: Should be educated to Degree Level standard in Accounting or Business Management or equivalent professional experience in related fieldFully qualified in accounting managementMinimum of 3 years demonstrable experience as a Finance Manager in a related field within a private sector organisationAdvanced computer skillsLeads people in technical or business support roles. Full Management authority. Leads performance reviews, recruitment, disciplinaries etc.Anticipates and plans for long term functional needsDevelops and delivers plans business wide.COMPENSATION:$120K to $140K + Bonus + Full Benefits + Retirement Plan

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