Direct monthly forecast (EBITDA, cash flow) and results reporting: set process to collect inputs from Functional Finance and Field, ensure consistency across business, push on identification of key business drivers for executive and board meetings.
Own and direct the full planning, budgeting, and forecasting (Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting (PB&F)) lifecycle
annual plans, rolling forecasts, and multi-year strategic models.
Design and enforce planning calendars, processes, and standards across business units and finance teams.
Deliver accurate and timely consolidated financial forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities, and key business drivers.
Lead scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and what-if modeling to inform strategic decisions.
Partner with Field Finance, FP&A, and Executive Leadership to align financial plans with strategic and operational goals.
Collaborate closely with the Area, Region, Corporate and Functional FP&A to align on process design, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Work in close partnership with Data Scientists to integrate advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and data-driven insights into forecasting and planning cycles.
Coordinate with Reporting & Analytics teams to ensure consistent definitions, robust dashboards, and high-quality financial reporting across all levels of the organization.
Drive process simplification, automation, and tool enhancements (e.g., planning platforms, data models).
Develop and lead a high-performing PB&F team, fostering capability building and knowledge sharing across the function.
Communicate financial outlooks and plans to senior leadership and other key stakeholders with clarity and insight.
Ensure data integrity, version control, and governance across financial plans and models.
Works closely with VP, FP&A, COE, Functional Finance, and Field Finance organization to help drive performance of the business forward.
Requirements
10 years of financial planning, analytics, reporting and process improvement/management experience
5 years of leadership/management experience, including people management
Strong analytical skills
Strong communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and stakeholders
Experience managing financial systems (e.g. Peoplesoft, Hyperion, Anaplan)