Job Summary
This position partners with the Performance Manager Global Supply Chain to develop a sustainable, higher performing function focused on driving efficiencies across the Elementis global supply chain (GSC). The role will drive the monthly management information (MI) production for the GSC and support the development of all forecasting and planning activities. The individual will be the subject matter expert for variable cost accounting and analysis, global inventory reporting and analysis, and be responsible for ensuring the global capex reporting system is accurate and up to date. As a key member of the Performance Management and Planning team, the successful candidate will be responsible for interpreting all financial results and delivering value added insights for the Manufacturing & Supply Chain leadership team. The position resides within Finance and supports the global Manufacturing & Supply Chain organisation.
Job Description
Position in Organisation
Reports to (Supervisor/Manager’s title): The role reports to the Performance Manager, Global Supply Chain
Direct Reports: None
Department: Performance Management & Planning
Location: Porto, Portugal
Responsibilities
- Drive production of monthly management information (MI) for the Global Supply Chain (GSC); analyse, interpret, and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial results, actively participate/lead the financial analysis for key projects/programs.
- Support the annual budgeting, forecasting and planning processes for the function; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep the business leadership team abreast of financial results and issues
- Ensure all capex projects are accurately reported in Finario. Liaise with plant controllers / Supply Chain to ensure projects are within approved delegations. Responsible for actual, Plan & Forecast reconciliations. Responsible for production of ICM materials, in conjunction with the Global Head of Engineering, helping to ensure Elementis drives value from its annual capex.
- Subject matter expert in operations and cost accounting – work with plant and operational controllers to drive a common approach to standard costing cross Elementis, and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of the plants accounting systems and records, as well as strict compliance to all company policies, procedures and controls.
- Deep dive in product costing, including raw materials, freight and duties, manufacturing variable and fixed cost; provide insights for cost variance to support contribution margin analysis as part of monthly performance and annual budgeting cycle. Accurate costing analysis supports and influences critical business decision making around product pricing decisions ensuring value creation.
- Finance support to the SIOP process. Help to financialize changes, risks & opportunities, communicate updates to the wider team to help translate the operational aspects to the commercial teams. Drive analysis of global inventory management at Elementis, working to unlock value from the Groups inventory and drive more efficient ways of working, with particular emphasis on corrective actions around slow moving and obsolete inventory.
Decision Making
You will have the authority to make decisions related to the day-to-day finance and strategic operations of the Elementis global supply chain. The role will influence critical decision making around product costing and effective management of inventory. Higher-level approvals would be required for decisions related to strategic shifts or significant decisions that have substantial financial or long-term implications.
What will it take
Job Competencies
- Communicates effectively - excellent written and oral communication skills enable you to articulate complex finance concepts and findings succinctly, and support your stakeholders making the right decisions
- A dedicated self-starter with high enthusiasm - you need to be self-directed, self-motivated; ability to deal with imperfect information, decision and drive to successful conclusions is paramount in this role.
- Drives engagement and influences effectively - it is critical that you are a strong relationship builder and can create a climate where you are able to influence stakeholders over which you have no direct lines of authority.
- Problem-solving focus and “can do” attitude – you need strong problem-solving and issue resolution aptitude to address the daily situations that a Finance analyst comes across.
- Team player with uncompromising ethics and unwavering integrity - you need to be a humble, low ego individual who is strong team player, motivated by company goals rather than individual drivers, and with unquestionably integrity.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
- Proven track record of successful partnering with business leadership
- Strong financial modelling is required
- Strong understanding of standard cost accounting
- Advanced analytical and quantitative skills
- Strong strategic analysis of financial information to derive data-driven insights
- Detail-orientated in ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliations/variance analysis
Position Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (required). Qualification in Accounting pertinent to the country in question (highly desired)
Experience: 5+years work experience including experience in an international manufacturing/industrial environment (with an operational focus)
IT Skills: Proficient in JD Edwards (highly advantageous), Tableau (highly advantageous), Power BI (highly advantageous) and Hyperion/FCCS (helpful). Highly proficient or expert level in MS Excel, including pivot tables.
Language Skills: Verbal and written fluency in English.
Working arrangements: Minimum 3 days a week in the office
Traveling required: Occasional international travel to other Elementis sites as required.