Senior Manger Finance - Chicago

Job description

The Senior Manager - Finance, NACA is responsible for the finance function of the North America Central Americal (NACA) Region. This role is a key business partner to the General Manager and leadership of NACA region. The incumbent of this role supports the decision support,financial planning, monthly reporting, audits, accounting and statutory compliance for the region.

Responsibilities & duties

Finance, and Accounting for NACA Region

Partner with the CFO and NACA GM in building and executing a strong financial plan for the Region, together with financial priorities, goals, policies, KPIs, processes and tools for effective decision-making and performance tracking. Be proactive in raising issues and opportunities for tax-effective and cost-effective business practices.

Analysis of Business Opportunities

Play a key and proactive role in assessing and advising the leadership team on opportunities, agreements, ventures, and investments impacting strategtic development and profitability of the NACA region.

Improving Controls, processes and practices

Work on improving the processes and establishing strong internal controls, and ensures a strong environment of compliance in the region. Ensure successful internal and external audits.

Insights into performance; anticipating issues

Participate as a thought leader on the global finance team. Identify weaknesses in financial information; anticipate strategic and operational issues stemming from income and balance sheet performance in the region.

SAP and effective data collection

Support SAP improvements and effectiveness in collaboration with IT and regional finance colleagues

Taxation and Compliance

· Ensure compliance to various taxation and other regulations applicable to the regional operations

Banking and Treasury

· Support the global cash flow while maintaining appropriate cash situation at the regional level. Manage the FX hedging and other banking operations.

Additional responsibilities that arise

· Take initiative and/or direction from CFO on projects and responsibilities that go beyond formal responsibilities and that may arise as circumstances change.

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Academic & Formal Qualifications

Bachelors' degree in Accounting or Business

Desirable qualifications

· CPA or other finance-related certification demonstrating mastery of accounting, e.g. CMA

Work Experience & Skills

At least 8 years' experience in managing the finance and/or accounting function of a multi entity / location setup. Advance knowledge of US GAPP

Additional Essential experience

Exposure to SAP or similar ERP

Essential qualities or behaviors

SOL-MILLENNIUM provides an environment and culture that drives innovation, collaboration, performance, and professional development.

1. Learning Agility: With constant disruption, ambiguity, and change now being the norm, expect to be challenged and solve new problems, often 'on the fly' when the direction or situation is unclear. Comfort with ambiguity and drive for continuous learning is essential.

2. Building Effective Relationships: Relationships are at the heart of what we do at Sol-Millennium both within our teams and with our customers. Employees connect with each other and customers in an authentic and collaborative way, with a minimum of noise, across functions, boundaries, and cultures.

3. Driving for Results: We are an ambitious organization made of driven people. Clear priorities are set and accomplished regardless of obstacles. If a commitment is made, customers and co-workers can 100% count on you.

4. Inspiring Others: Innovation is the cornerstone of what we do and it is the ability to see the big picture that has allowed the company to be successful. Continuing this innovative culture requires being inspired and energizing those around you. It is understanding how critical your role is to our company Vision.

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· For this position, essential competencies include:

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1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; willingness and ability to collaborate across borders and business units;

2. Strong influencing skills

3. High work ethic and ability to cooperate within a team atmosphere.

4. Open to change

5. Adaptability

6. Motivation to learn and develop in the organization

Desirable qualities or behaviors

· Ability to work under pressure with short timelines and fluctuating requirements.

· Cross-cultural communication skills

· Experience working in multinational and multicultural business environment.