Senior Finance Manager

Senior Industrial Finance Manager – NA FoodsLocation: Independence, MO (Factory Site) This role is based out of Kansas City, MO, and will require an element of travel to the Chicago and Canadian facilities.About UnileverWith 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.Job PurposeThe Senior Industrial Finance Manager serves as the Head of Factory Finance for the North American Foods network, supporting iconic brands such as Hellmann's Mayo and Knorr Cooking Aids & Mini Meals. This role is the onsite finance lead for three manufacturing sites in the NA Foods network, with accountability for strong controls, process excellence, and effective financial governance. While Unilever supports a flexible working environment, this role requires regular travel to production sites near Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; and Toronto, Canada. In this role, you will partner closely with the North America Sourcing Unit network to help the business achieve its financial objectives, proactively identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions that enhance factory performance. You will play a key role in shaping both strategic and operational decisions, ensuring growth is profitable and sustainable. A core part of this role is coaching and developing a high performing team of Site Controllers across the network.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Industrial Finance Manager should have exceptional leadership and be an innate problem-solver, with the ability to support the business in developing and executing on effective business strategies; including the planning and budgeting process. Key responsibilities include:Lead the North America Foods Industrial Finance Network: three factories (Kilbourn in Illinois, Independence in Missouri and Rexdale in Toronto), with four direct reports in totalContribute to drive financial performance of the sites together with leadership teamsLead annual business planning process, forecasts and actual reporting.Lead for cost improvement / restructuring / capex / sourcing projects, and challenge, calculate sensitivities and build business cases.Provide financial expertise and challenge on ad hoc projects.Provide leadership and vision for process improvement and automation opportunities in the Finance and Performance Management space.Lead/Monitor all Cost Controlling activities (Month-End Close, Fixed Assets, Costing) performed by colleagues in Supply Chain Financial Services (SCFS).Maintain a robust forecasting system in operation and assure budget holders are involved.Play a key role in the finance community within the North America Foods, developing relationships to drive performance improvements in the SU, sharing best practices with colleagues.The Ideal Candidate Would HaveA strong financial foundation coupled with a blend of decisiveness, analytical power, and tactical thinking to be a key force in driving the plants' long-term strategy.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior finance role, with a focus on supply chain/operations finance. CPG experience preferred. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills. Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems. SAP is preferred. Excellent communication and influential leadership skills to collaborate with Senior Leadership Experience managing teams across diverse locations.PayThe pay range for this position is $119,400 to $179,000. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.BenefitsUnilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.