Springhill Plant Finance Manager

Description

We are looking for a Finance Manager to serve as a strategic partner to our business leaders, driving performance through insightful analysis, strong financial stewardship, and effective leadership of a high-performing team. In this role, you will own budgeting, forecasting, and performance management for your supported business unit, helping leaders make informed decisions that support both near-term results and long-term growth.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assess and evaluate financial performance of the supported business unit against long-term operational goals, budgets, and forecasts.

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring financial objectives are aligned with the business partner's strategy for growth and expansion.

• Prepare and, when needed, present monthly financial reports, including:

• Profit & loss statements

• Forecast vs. budget analysis

• Cash flow and key performance indicators

• Provide variance analysis and commentary that clearly explains drivers, risks, and opportunities, along with recommended actions.

• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning, investment evaluation, and strategic initiatives.

• Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, SOX compliance, and standard financial procedures.

• Partner with Accounting and Controllership teams to support accurate and timely close processes.

• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control in financial reporting and analysis.

• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with business partners across operations, engineering, and corporate functions.

• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that influence decision-making at multiple levels of the organization.

• Help leaders and team members understand the bigger picture, including how individual projects and initiatives connect to operational strategy and enterprise goals.

• Proactively anticipate partner needs and surface issues, trends, and opportunities before they become urgent.

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to align assumptions, share insights, and drive execution on key initiatives.

• Stretch assignments and visibility to senior leadership

• Regular coaching, feedback, and career development discussions

• Clear expectations around priorities and outcomes

• Assist the team in prioritizing workload and focusing on the most value-added analysis and deliverables.

• Lead by example, demonstrating GM behaviors, a commitment to personal development, and a focus on creating a positive, inclusive Workplace of Choice culture.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.

• 5+ years of progressive finance experience (FP&A, business finance, corporate finance, or related areas).

• 1+ years of experience managing or leading a team, including mentoring, coaching, or project leadership.

• Proven proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including building and maintaining financial models, performing complex analysis, and working with large data sets.

• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for a business unit, function, or product line.

• Experience supporting manufacturing or operations environments is a strong plus.

• Background in a large, matrixed organization with exposure to cross-functional business partnership.

• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority, communicate with senior leaders, and present complex information in a clear, concise manner.

• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, with a track record of driving process improvements and business results.