Finance Manager

Finance Manager, Pasha Automotive – Drive Financial Performance, Operational Insight & Business Growth at The Pasha Group The Pasha Group is seeking a finance professional who can turn operational data into clear business insights and confident decision-making. As Finance Manager, Pasha Automotive, you will serve as a key finance business partner to the Automotive Division. In this high-impact role, you will lead financial planning, forecasting, analysis, reporting, pricing, and process improvement across Automotive business units and locations. You will partner closely with operations leaders, corporate finance, Shared Services, accounting, and support teams to maintain financial integrity, improve profitability, and support informed decisions across the division. Lead Financial Planning, Forecasting & Business Performance Own the reporting, forecasting, and analysis that support smarter decisions and stronger results. Lead Financial Projections: Manage and present accurate weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial forecasts, including variance commentary at the client and service levels Drive Budgeting & Planning: Lead planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities for the Automotive Division Deliver Business Insights: Partner with business unit leaders to review financial performance, gather KPIs, and identify improvement opportunities Develop Financial Models: Prepare ad hoc analysis, scenario planning, sensitivity models, and financial insights to support key business decisions Support Investment Decisions: Perform ROI analysis for potential offerings and validate the results of historical investments Strengthen Profitability, Pricing & Financial Integrity Protect revenue, improve margins, and support accurate financial processes across the division. Build Pricing Analytics: Develop pricing models and financial analysis for new and existing clients to support profitability and minimize margin leakage Maintain Billing Accuracy: Partner with Shared Services to support accurate client billing, including pricing setup, rate entry, and invoice structure Support Financial Operations: Provide oversight and resolve escalated issues involving billing, collections, accounts payable, payroll, cash management, and related reporting Collaborate on Month-End Close: Partner with Finance, General Ledger Accounting, and Operations to support accurate journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting Track Key Metrics: Collect, maintain, and communicate financial and operational metrics that strengthen reporting accuracy and performance visibility Drive Process Improvement & Financial Excellence Improve reporting capabilities, strengthen financial processes, and create more efficient ways of working. Enhance Reporting Tools: Continuously improve reporting platforms, analytics, dashboards, and value-added financial tools Improve Financial Processes: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve data quality, and strengthen operational and financial controls Use Data to Solve Business Challenges: Extract and analyze information from multiple systems to provide timely reporting and practical recommendations Adapt to Changing Priorities: Support evolving business needs with strong organization, financial discipline, and a solutions-focused mindset Lead, Develop & Support the PAS Finance Team Build a high-performing finance team that delivers accurate analysis, strong partnership, and meaningful business support. Lead and Develop Talent: Provide direction, coaching, performance management, and development opportunities for the PAS Finance team Build Team Accountability: Create clear priorities, performance expectations, and ownership across finance processes and deliverables Partner Across the Organization: Collaborate effectively with Operations, Corporate Finance, Accounting, Shared Services, and other internal partners Promote a Strong Finance Culture: Encourage accuracy, continuous learning, collaboration, and high-quality work in a fast-paced environment What You Bring You bring financial expertise, operational understanding, and strong business partnership skills. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, forecasting, or a similar role Prior supervisory or leadership experience required Strong understanding of financial and accounting principles, processes, and controls Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, billing, accounting, and collections functions Ability to analyze operational and financial data from multiple systems and reporting sources Experience preparing pricing analysis, profitability models, ROI analysis, and scenario planning Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and levels of the organization Intermediate Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Basic understanding of timekeeping and financial management systems Your Strengths You are analytical, collaborative, organized, and focused on driving strong financial and operational outcomes. Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights and recommendations Strong communication and relationship-building skills across cross-functional teams Solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Effective people leader who motivates others, resolves conflicts, influences decisions, and leads by example Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and financial integrity Committed to modeling The Pasha Way: Excellence, Honesty & Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork Why You’ll Love Working at The Pasha Group This role is a key financial partner to the Pasha Automotive Division and offers the opportunity to influence decisions that impact profitability, customer service, operational efficiency, and long‑term business growth. At The Pasha Group, you will collaborate with leaders across Operations, Finance, Accounting, and Shared Services while helping strengthen reporting, financial processes, and performance across a nationally recognized transportation and logistics organization. This role operates in a corporate office environment and requires regular use of computer systems, office equipment, communication tools, and financial reporting platforms. The information included in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive or exhaustive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The salary range listed is based on the geographic zone associated with this role: National City, CA. If you are applying to work from a different location, the salary range may vary to align with the cost of labor and market conditions in that area. For applicants from other zones, we encourage you to reach out to us to confirm the relevant salary range for your specific location. Starting pay will be determined by job-related factors including experience, education, and business needs and may be modified at any time. Zone 2: $125,000 - $145,000 This job is also eligible for participation in an Incentive Plan with a target payout based on eligible compensation and corporate/individual performance goal attainment. Annual Incentive Opportunity: 10% of eligible compensation The Pasha Group family of companies are EOE/AA Employers - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled/and other Protected Categories #J-18808-Ljbffr The Pasha Group