The Overhead Finance Manager leads the DBS (shared services) overhead team in planning and overhead management processes. In addition, the incumbent is involved in recommending top down strategy, driving overhead efficiencies and managing organizational change projects.
The Overhead team is located in Budapest, Hungary and is made up of 2 Team Leads and 5 Analysts. The Overhead Finance Manager position is located in Norwalk CT and reports to the Director of Finance, FP&R.
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Lead & manage DBS resources to support all overhead business planning, reporting & analyses. Provide management leadership & support to ensure excellent service level & quality
Develop top down strategy for overhead budget allocation and tasking to deliver Group targets & overall shape of P&L
Develop cost reduction strategies, drive cost savings projects and opportunities with budget owners, play the role of thought partner & functional expert
Manage the planning & delivery of productivity initiatives (ZBB/OE) by working closely with budget owners in planning & execution, validate assumptions, ensure adequate follow up & facilitate periodic senior management review
Drive and manage global recharges by working with functional leads to understand, validate & challenge underlying assumptions
Actively manage financial risks and opportunities, anticipate potential risks and provide recommendations to resolve
Manage accounting close with DBS
Provide accounting expertise to help management in broad areas of accounting policies & standards
Lead OH reviews and manage relationships with Functional heads to ensure delivery of AOP and productivity targets
Lead compliance & controls in the overhead area, proactively develop or apply policies & procedures to ensure compliance to control procedures and company policies
Key Outputs/Deliverables
The successful candidate will be expected to take full ownership of the processes and deliverables they are assigned. Including:
Annual operating plan and regular O&R’s
Monthly Business Performance Management reviews
Work with DBS to deliver accurate financial close
Additional analyses and projects as required (including Productivity Initiatives)
Regular business updates with senior management
Developing high performing overhead team in DBS
Experience
BA in Finance or related field, MBA Desired
2+ years of previous managerial experience, including people management
Accounting experience in CPG company preferred
Advanced knowledge in computer applications: SAP, TM1 and Microsoft Office
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