Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Emery Jensen is a wholly owned business unit of Ace Hardware Corporation that distributes hardware & home improvement products to the independent Pro Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments.

WORK AUTHORIZATION: This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

About This Role

In Office/Remote Opportunity:

We are located in Oak Brook, IL, however our work arrangement will be 4 days in the office, 1 day remote for the foreseeable future.

The Emery Jensen Business Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (FP&A Manager) will work with the Emery Jensen FP&A Director to oversee the new business ROI models and customer agreement proposals. Additionally, this role will assist in developing the annual financial budget and monthly projections, including reviewing departmental business plans and operational targets. The Emery Jensen Business FP&A Manager will also analyze and publish financial results, provide business/financial expertise, and develop what/if modeling to drive future improvements. Lastly, this role will manage a team of analysts who support related areas of the business.

What Youll Do

1. Review and assist in the preparation of new customer financial modeling and the creation of long-term customers purchasing agreements and incentives.

• Work with direct reports to support the sales team with new business development and programs to drive core growth.

2. Contribute to the financial planning and budgeting activities of Emery Jensen.

• Participate in the preparation of the Annual Budget and Monthly Projections with guidance from the Emery Jensen FP&A Director.
• Review submitted business plan information and challenge assumptions when necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of related presentations for annual budget process and monthly financial results.
• Provide feedback to senior management with respect to approved budgets.
• Participate as a key stakeholder in the process of providing a balanced budget within the parameters defined by company leadership (CEO, CFO).

3. Analyze monthly operational and financial performance of Emery Jensen.

• Analyze operating results by creating financial models that compare budgeted costs to actual costs and provide insight and recommendations to senior management.
• Perform financial analyses, taking into consideration actual performance, previous expenditures and estimated income and expenses.
• Provide senior management with recommendations or alternatives to improve business unit performance and monitor adherence to plan.

4. Develop and manage the preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets and/or special reports as required by VPs of Emery Jensen.

• Work directly with business partners to create ad hoc or ongoing reports that will facilitate the analysis of business unit operating performance.
• Develop project plans and optimize the use of time and resources. Monitors implementation to ensure desired project outcomes.
• Work with other departments as required to measure financial impact of initiatives.
• Determine cost/benefit and provide go/no recommendations.

What You Need To Succeed

• This position requires an undergraduate degree in accounting, finance or related field, advanced degree preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in the field of accounting/finance and familiarity with field unit activities, programs, practices and procedures.
• Solid analytical background, an aptitude for logical methods, and an understanding of the inter-relationships between operations and accounting is necessary.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in addition to interpersonal relationship and very strong staff leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with CEO, CFO, VPs, Directors and Senior Management.
• Confidence to challenge existing practices and formulate new and creative approaches and solutions.
• Unlimited curiosity about the business and what makes it work.
• Change agent and problem solver with an ability to get things done.
• Ability to influence others decision making through financial analysis and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to employ ROI, financial analysis and modeling techniques as well as an ability to interpret the data, present findings and make recommendations.
• Understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills required, working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, SAP & BPC/EPM, Power BI

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