Finance Manager

Panasonic Corporation of North America; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Voluntary Benefits

Retirement Savings & Investment Plan

Paid Time‑Off Benefits

Educational Assistance

Wellbeing Programs

Job summary

Hussmann, a leader in commercial refrigeration equipment, seeks a finance leader to partner with district managers and support service and install operations. You will forecast, plan, and produce financial reports for MOR, analyze P&L trends, and ensure strong internal controls.

The role requires strong Excel, ERP, and cross‑functional collaboration, with occasional travel. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to influence cost reductions and productivity improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required or MBA/CPA preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and multi‑location financial statements.
• Advanced Excel; OneStream and Dynamics 365 experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as financial business partner to District Managers and branch leadership for Service and Install operations.
• Lead forecasting and annual operating plan process for assigned districts.
• Prepare routine and ad hoc financial packages to support MOR process.
• Analyze branch-level P&L statements and identify trends.
• Retrieve and analyze data from Data Warehouse, OneStream, and Dynamics 365.
• Ensure financial controls per IFRS/IFLICAP and support audits.
• Review journal entries and assist month-end close.
• Oversight of physical inventory and reduction of obsolete parts.
• Collaborate with District Managers on cost reductions and productivity analysis.
• Work with corporate Finance on new projects and initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

OneStream

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Provide financial leadership to branch and corporate management in the development and implementation of business strategies, objectives, and operating plans to ensure fiscal soundness, operational effectiveness, customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the financial business partner to District Managers and branch leadership, supporting both Service and Install operations.


• Lead the forecasting and annual operating plan process for assigned districts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational goals.


• Prepare routine and ad hoc financial packages and reports to support management and the Monthly Operating Review (MOR) process.


• Analyze branch-level P&L statements, identify trends, and provide insights into underperforming areas.


• Retrieve and analyze data from internal systems including Data Warehouse, OneStream, and Microsoft Dynamics 365.


• Ensure proper financial controls are in place in accordance with IR FICAP and support oversight of required audits.


• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations; support month‑end close activities.


• Provide oversight for physical inventory and reconciliation processes; recommend actions to reduce obsolete and slow‑moving parts.


• Partner with District Managers on cost reductions, product costing, and productivity improvement analysis.


• Collaborate with the corporate Finance team on new projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.


• 7+ years of progressively complex financial analysis experience, preferably in a multi‑location or field‑based environment.


• Experience with ERP systems and financial analysis of multi‑operation financial statements.


• Advanced Excel skills; experience with OneStream and Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a strong plus.


• Strong understanding of service and installation business models, ideally in the refrigeration or HVAC industry is a strong plus.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence non‑financial stakeholders.


• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to travel occasionally to branch locations.

Benefits & Perks – What’s In It For You*

Hussmann is committed to supporting your total wellbeing through a wide variety of benefits and wellness programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health. Here’s what you can expect:

• Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.


• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.


• Hussmann Retirement Savings & Investment Plan – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.


• Paid Time‑Off Benefits – Paid time off, stewardship and parental leave.


• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service.


• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, and tobacco cessation.

*Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following their start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status.

About Hussmann

For over a century, Hussmann Corporation has been a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment — delivering solutions that meet the demands of the modern food retailing industry. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Hussmann offers a diverse range of products and connected solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize visibility of merchandise, and keep food fresh. With a nationwide network of skilled technicians, Hussmann goes beyond manufacturing — a trusted partner, relentlessly driving customer success. For more information about Hussmann, please visit www.hussmann.com.

Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA.

Hussmann is proudly committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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