Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Description

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for the Financial Planning an Analysis function of Isolation Valves global business. This includes managing the team and overseeing key financial processes such as annual budget, quarterly forecasting, monthly reporting and long-term financial plan. The role would also provide financial strategic and tactical support to senior management, including financial performance presentations and other ad hoc requests related to the business strategic initiatives.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Oversee monthly consolidation, analysis, and publication of financial results and forecasts, including internal and external reporting. 
• Manage the preparation of the planning process cycle of Financial Review, President’s Councils, Value Creation Conference, Profit Review and budgeting.
• Review of HFM financial reporting. Coordinate and record adjustments as needed. 
• Enforce policies and procedures for product line and strategic business unit financial reporting and planning performance measurement and analysis. Ensure results are communicated timely and accurately in a monthly basis. 
• Capital expenditure budgeting and appropriation request evaluation. Evaluate major capital expenditure requests.
• Ensure internal controls and reporting requirements are adequate and consistent with general accepted accounting principles
• Report and interpret results of operations to BU management, comparing performance to operating plans and historical results.
• Use financial analysis and business acumen to provide decision support and/or make tactical and strategic recommendations in a variety of financial and non-financial areas at the business unit level
• Direct the activities of the planning analysts and communications / support to managers and executives.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate methods and techniques for financial evaluation of projects and be eager to accept stretch assignments and ad hoc projects, as needed. 
• Encourage an atmosphere of teamwork, safety, creativity, trust and respect.  Establish and maintain positive working relationships across finance and other functional areas to enhance organizational effectiveness.
   

Who You Are:

You create competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action. You use knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out in the market to guide actions. You establish common objectives and a shared mindset. You carefully consider all relevant factors and use appropriate decision-making criteria and principles. You are capable to champion an idea or position despite dissent or political risk.
 

For This Role, You Will Need:

• BS in Accounting and/or Finance required; Masters preferred
• 6+ years of experience in financial reporting
• Ability to think critically, highly driven and self-motivated with strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting systems, inventory control systems, and experience managing accounting procedures and controls
• Skills in handling financial presentations and communicating with management personnel on all levels.
• Attention to detail, time management, problem-solving skills, and action oriented
• Strong computer skills including experience with a major ERP such as Oracle/SAP, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint. HFM experience highly preferred
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
   

Our Culture & Commitment to You
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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