Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Rochester Midland Corporation is searching for a Sr Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis which is a multi-faceted position involving accounting and corporate finance with strong exposure to both senior leadership and private equity investors.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS  

• Develop and monitor thoughtful financial analyses and key performance indicators that provide senior leadership with timely insights into trends, profitability, and growth drivers.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, supply chain and operations) to evaluate processes and performance to drive efficiencies as well as understand and monitor ROIs.
• Track daily and weekly flash operating reports.
• Play a major role in the development of monthly financial reporting packages.
• Play a major role in the annual budget planning process and sales forecasting.
• Provide detailed analysis and variance explanations which will involve interpreting and summarizing large data sets.
• Assist with developing presentation materials for Board of Directors meetings and other executive leadership meetings.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis (e.g. M&A diligence) to evaluate the impact of business decisions.

EDUCATION/ SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION:  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA is a plus).

EXPERIENCE:  

• 5 - 8 years in a public accounting / consulting role (Transaction Advisory Services) / prior experience in an FP&A role for a private equity backed portfolio company.
• Strong analytical leader who knows ow to capture facts and data to understand root cause.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Comprehensive understanding of finance functions, including financial reporting, accounting, processes, risks, and controls.
• Superior attention to detail and ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities while maintaining a view of the big picture.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively at the executive level, with excellent business judgment and strategic thinking. 
• Entrepreneurial spirit and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or within a team environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

 Sit or stand for extended periods of time.

• Visual acuity necessary to utilize a computer monitor throughout the course of a normal workday.
• Ability to perform repetitive keyboarding activities and operate general office equipment.
• Extra hours and some travel may be required.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES: Employee shall be familiar and comply with all safety policies and procedures of the company.