Manager FP&A Operations

Recochem; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in thermal management and vehicle care solutions is seeking a skilled financial professional to oversee operations in North America. The role involves supervising a team, leading budgeting processes, and providing insights into production performance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, strong communication skills, and a background in manufacturing. Join us to contribute to innovative solutions that prioritize safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in FP&A or related roles.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of standard costing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
• Provide insights regarding production performance and variance analysis.
• Manage and mentor a team of financial professionals.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Management

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Salesforce

Power BI

Job description

Recochem is leading the way in offering global thermal management, emission control, vehicle care, and household solutions that provide protection & safety to consumers and the environment.

Recochem excels at turning consumer insights into innovation while driving in-depth category expertise and building power brands that align with consumer preferences. Our innovative solutions are backed by R&D expertise and next-level education. Our progressive supply chain is unmatched, with 16 factories across the globe.

Recochem's solutions include coolant / antifreeze, EV thermal fluids, performance fluids, diesel exhaust fluid, windshield washer fluids, car care products, rust preventatives, household solvents, and winterizing solutions.

General Description of the position :

• Support our operations in North America by supervising a team of analysts to measure, analyze, and report on manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, and inventory management performance.
• Act as a true business partner to Operations management, developing creative dashboards and KPIs, understanding the business's nature, strategy, and key initiatives.
• Support projects and new business ventures as we expand into new markets and product lines.
• Lead change and implement industry best practices and processes to support the group's overall strategy.

Responsibilities and Mission :

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including developing detailed financial models and analyzing financial data to ensure accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Provide insights regarding production performance, variance analysis vs. budget and prior year.
• Establish a consistent approach across all Canadian sites for tracking operational performance, monitoring efficiency initiatives, standard costs, and inventory valuation.
• Focus on capacity utilization, line speeds, labor efficiency, yields, overhead expenses, and ensuring the integrity of master data and BOMs.
• Collaborate with the Technical Director to evaluate capex projects, model impacts, support execution, and track results against assumptions.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost control measures.
• Work with the IT team to improve and expand BI and reporting tools.
• Manage and mentor a team of financial professionals, supporting their professional development.

Required qualifications, aptitudes, and experiences :

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in FP&A or related roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or Accounting.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in process improvement projects within the department.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, with knowledge of standard costing and inventory valuation concepts.
• Excellent analytical and advanced IT skills (Excel).
• Exceptional English communication skills.
• Good French communication skills.

Preferred qualifications include Six Sigma, Lean, or other Continuous Improvement certifications, and knowledge of Salesforce, Power BI, and other BI tools.

Apply and be part of our journey in securing paths for consumers worldwide!

Our Values:

• We maintain integrity.
• We work as a team with mutual respect.
• We act with a sense of urgency.
• We focus on safety, our environment, and quality.

Visit our website at www.recochem.com to learn more about our company and solutions.