Senior Finance Director - CooperVision - Rochester

Job description
Provides strategic and tactical financial leadership, as well as managerial oversight and guidance to the Senior Leadership Teams, on all matters relating to the financial strategy and operations of the North America Region. Responsible for all accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, reporting and compliance management. Works closely with, and provides ongoing fact-based support to all areas of the business. As a key member of the Regional Executive Management Team and The America’s Leadership Team, the Sr. Finance Director will understand and anticipate the appropriate information, metrics and business intelligence, as necessary. Directs the fiscal functions of the Region in accordance with US GAAP, local accounting standards, local statutory requirements and tax compliance, including other regulatory requirements within the medical device industry.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization’s fiscal function and performance.
Responsible for all monthly and quarterly closing and financial reporting to Corporate.
Participate, as a strategic partner, in the development of the Region’s plans and initiatives.
Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action.
Develop credibility for the finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and trends in order to assist executive management in the performance of their responsibilities.

Develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the Region.
Provide technical financial advice and guidance to others within the Senior NA Leadership Teams.
Lead the continual improvement of the budget/forecast process through education of Functional managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.
Provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the NA Region; e.g., evaluation of potential acquisitions, geographic expansion and/or the creation of new entities.
Implement and execute appropriate strategies to enhance treasury management to ensure appropriate cash resources to meet operating needs.
Provide the financial input and oversight, on any Sales, Purchase or Lease contracts into which the Region may enter.
Evaluate the NA Regional Finance structure and plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
Direct the Performance Management Objective goal setting process and the Performance Management Review process within the NA Regional Finance Teams, providing individuals with professional and personal development plans,
Maintain compliance in the areas of corporation tax, payroll tax and provide the lead for any potential tax audits or enquiries related to the NA Region.
Responsible for the Region’s Internal Control environment, ensuring compliance with all Internal Controls and the timely remediation of any control deficiencies.

Desired Skills and Experience
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong quantitative orientation, exhibiting a quick grasp of numbers with the strategic ability to interpret for smart decision making.
Proven technical accounting expertise, including knowledge of US GAAP and SOX.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Direct, hands-on experience of integrating finance activities and resources through acquisition and/or geographic expansion.
Business partnering experience, building strong working relationships with commercial and operations teams to make sound business decisions.
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Self motivated with a high level of initiative.
Continually drive for process and systems improvements
Exceptional at leading, managing and developing the skills of the Regional Finance Teams.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role is based in Rochester, NY and/or Pleasanton, CA in a normal office environment.
Travel will form a necessary part of this role
Must be prepared to work extended hours on occasion
EDUCATION
CPA/MBA
Senior Executive with 15+ years of senior financial management and operational experience
EXPERIENCE
Experience as a Group Controller or Finance Director in an International/Regional Division of a US multi-national, in a dynamic and competitive marketplace.
Experience of a matrix management style organization
Experience of a highly collaborative organization with a “roll-up your sleeves” culture.

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