Work with Cost Center functional leaders to develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Explain monthly variances between actual results and prior year, budget and forecasts.
Assist Cost Center functional leaders in developing workbooks for large commitments. Prepare financial analyses as needed to support large projects. Track commitments issued under workbook projects and ensure accruals are properly recorded at monthly end.
Proactively identify opportunities for cost reduction and resource allocation.
Track and monitor headcount on a cost center and functional area basis.
Prepare detailed analyses as needed and participate in special projects.
Other responsibility as needed.
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or concentration in Finance required with 4-6 years’ experience in accounting (2 of which were in a supervisory role). Consumer Product experience preferred.
CPA, CMA and/or MBA preferred (strong understanding Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
Strong working knowledge Microsoft Office; proficient in Excel, Access, and Word
Knowledge of Infinium, Oracle, Hyperion and/or Business Objects a plus
Excellent organizational, managerial, interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills, ability to work in a team-based, continuous improvement environment
Business Acumen
This position will require extensive interaction with Sales and Marketing
Report and review the correctness, relevance and timeliness of the financial and other information that is provided for management
