Regional Finance Manager

Overview

Who We Are:

Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!


How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that's here to stay! With our company's history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. If you want to learn more about us, visit us at And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to


Responsibilities

The Position:

The Regional Finance Manager will provide financial guidance to achieve regional Business Plan and Mid-Term Plan (MTP) sales and profit objectives while serving as a trusted financial partner to regional leadership.

• Financial Planning & Reporting
  • Guide the region in developing their annual Bus Plans, MTPs and fixed expense targets.
  • Guide the region in developing their monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) forecasts, MTP updates and fixed expense and capital forecasts.
  • Prepare and analyze region gross margin (GM) & perform region P&L analysis by the 4th business day after month end close.
  • Prepare and present monthly region financial performance results to top management including the review of regional expense management controls and analysis results.
  • Review, analyze and submit P&L Change Requests to HQ within 2 day turnaround.
  • Prepare and present the Program P&L to Actual P&L analysis with monthly reviews to regional management.
• Financial Management
  • Serve as financial advisor to direct region management.
  • Participate in monthly review meetings with region management.
  • Provide program P&L support to region as well as review prior to submission to Pricing and Estimating group.
  • Act as the region's main focal for corporate driven initiatives such as month, quarter, half and annual sales, margin, and fixed expense forecasts & Business Plans.
  • Actively participate in region account receivable collection activities.
  • Provide regional project support in areas such as ISM, Media facility and new asset development.
  • Provide ad-hoc support to region management as needed.
• Other Duties:
  • Act as region point person regarding repair shop and maintenance services stock inventory and fixed asset verifications.
  • Provide regional tax and audit support to HQ as required.
  • Provide first point of contact for Finance issues for the regions, working with Purchasing and Accounts Payable departments to ensure timely payment of invoices, payroll reviews, etc.
  • Develop concepts for general management improvement within the regions e.g. cost buster activities, etc.
  • Control, validate and approve region payroll prior to submission to HQ for approval and payment.
  • PR approvals, reserve calculations, in-country investment analysis, contract support.
  • Ad-hoc duties as requested.

The salary range of $89,000 - $149,000 is just one component of Panasonic's total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual's knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.


Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• Bachelors Degree in Finance or equivalent.
• 8+ years required in financial management or accounting.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Financial certification preferred.
• Excellent communications (written and verbal) skills with finance staff, local group staff and customers.
• Ability to deal with complex problems and possess strong independent problem solving skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Oracle, Cognos planning and reporting.
• Ability to independently manage regional finance activities while interacting with HQ and other department managers.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
• Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s).
• Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
• Travel up to 20%

Our Principles:


Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude


What We Offer:

• At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
• Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington's Family and Medical Leave program and Washington's Paid Sick Leave program.
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.

All applicants are subject to Company policies, third party customer and worksite requirements, and government requirements, regarding vaccination and/or testing for COVID-19. Where permitted by applicable law, applicants may be required to be fully vaccinated with an authorized COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, unless they are eligible for and obtain an exemption based on a reasonable accommodation because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. While the Company strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations, it may require vaccination and/or testing for positions in which third party customer, worksite, or government requirements apply, in accordance with applicable law. At those locations where requirements apply, exemptions will be considered based on applicable law.


Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporate.


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