Director, Financial Planning and Analysis - Global

U339 Alcon Vision, LLC. Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon, the global leader in eye care, seeks a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis in Fort Worth, Texas. You will own short- and long-term financial planning, analyze performance, and partner with senior leaders to drive profitability and growth.

You’ll lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, standardize global reports, and guide a team of financial professionals. MBA/CPA and 10 years of experience preferred; strong leadership and communication required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or advanced equivalents).
• Fluent in reading/writing/communicating in English.
• 10 Years of Relevant Experience.
• 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze internal financial information (P&L, statements, costs, revenues, etc.).
• Generate insights and early signals for senior management.
• Lead executive presentations updating FP&A results, drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Analyze external economic conditions and currency movements’ impact on results.
• Build financial models to forecast impacts of transactions and corporate development.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial modeling

Strategy & analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

MBA preferred

CPA/CFA preferred

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Anaplan

Hyperion

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As Director, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) supporting Alcon's Finance, Accounting, & Audit function, you will be responsible for short and long-term financial planning and/or financial analysis of business operations. This position is located in Fort Worth, Texas.

IN THIS ROLE, A TYPICAL DAY IN THIS ROLE WILL INCLUDE:

• Analysis of internal financial information (e.g., profit loss accounts, financial statements, working capital, costs, prices, expenses, revenues, rates of return, etc.).
• Scope of analysis includes generating insights and early signals for senior management.
• Lead the process of preparing executive presentations updating the results of each financial planning cycle, including key drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Analysis of external economic conditions and their impact on business operations (e.g. inflation, interest rates, etc).
• Analysis of impact of movement of exchange rates (currency trends, currency mix, etc), including validating the forecasts and its implications on Alcon’s financial results.
• Financial modeling to measure and forecast potential impacts of financial transactions and corporate development activities.
• Responsible for collaborating with various functions within the organization to support decision-making, providing financial insights and advice on market conditions, competitors, and alternative business scenarios, and setting performance metrics to drive profitability and growth.
• Provide support for Investor Relations finance-related topics like guidance, constant currency evaluation and earnings call information and analysis.
• Lead efforts on standardization of global reports and establishing guidelines for financial analysis and processes.
• Lead and / or key participant on initiatives for enhancing Alcon’s global financial planning and forecasting systems.
• Key aspects include establishing requirements and capabilities considering both the latest external FP&A trends and Alcon specific requirements.
• Implementation and integration on continuous basis of new tools and technologies into FP&A team’s regular processes.
• Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports, fostering professional growth and driving team performance.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 10 Years of Relevant Experience
• 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business performance analysis.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, P&L management, and key financial metrics.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders to drive business decisions and strategy.
• Knowledge of market trends, economic factors, and foreign exchange impacts.
• Quality, Accuracy and credibility in execution of all business plans, strategic plans, budgets, forecasts etc.
• Quality and appropriateness of written and verbal communications.
• Experience with financial planning tools such as SAP, OneStream, Anaplan, Hyperion, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Proven leadership experience in a global, matrixed organization.
• MBA, CPA, CFA, or related finance certification preferred

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

Join Alcon’s mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives Grow your career and see your impact in a highly collaborative and diverse environment Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

At Alcon, we are committed to helping people see better. We believe patients should have access to quality eye care regardless of their economic circumstances; however, barriers to good eye health exist for patients in both developed and emerging markets. Alcon develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide.

ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.