Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Emerson; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Finance Manager based in Marshalltown, IA to lead the financial operations for the Instrument and Valve Services business. You will help ensure the integrity of the entity's financial statements and maintain a robust system of internal controls.

You will work with plant leadership on budgets, monthly closes, and capital projects while guiding trade working capital management and ad hoc analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
• 4+ years solid experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience with manufacturing cost accounting and inventory controls.
• Proficient with ERP systems (Oracle) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant financial results reporting process, budgeting/POR, including leading preparation for/participation in monthly reviews and planning cycles.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements, safeguarding assets and maintaining internal controls.
• Review reconciliations and HFM reporting.
• Oversee inventory costing, standard costs, cycle counting, and variance analysis.
• Lead and collaborate with plant management on financial objectives and capital projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

If you are an Accounting or Finance professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Marshalltown IA location supporting our Instrument and Valve Services business, you will have primary responsibility to establish and maintain an environment that ensures the integrity of the financial statements of the entity. This includes maintaining a system of internal controls. Manage all financial aspects of business, including representation within plant leadership team. Act as the main contact with key customers: World Area, Business Unit, shared service, and strategic business unit with regards to financial expectations and results. Lead the finance team by working on and managing financial, strategic plan, budgets, monthly closes, trade working capital management, and ad hoc requests. Performs financial analysis of actual performance and business plans. Recommends and implements appropriate methods and techniques to be applied by

Job Description

If you are an Accounting or Finance professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Marshalltown IA location supporting our Instrument and Valve Services business, you will have primary responsibility to establish and maintain an environment that ensures the integrity of the financial statements of the entity. This includes maintaining a system of internal controls. Manage all financial aspects of business, including representation within plant leadership team. Act as the main contact with key customers: World Area, Business Unit, shared service, and strategic business unit with regards to financial expectations and results. Lead the finance team by working on and managing financial, strategic plan, budgets, monthly closes, trade working capital management, and ad hoc requests. Performs financial analysis of actual performance and business plans. Recommends and implements appropriate methods and techniques to be applied by

AS A FINANCE MANAGER, YOU WILL:

• Manage plant financial results reporting process, budgeting/POR, including leading preparation for/participation in monthly reviews and annual budget meetings and planning cycle requests, as necessary. Employing strict cost control measures and holding departments responsible for budget management and execution.


• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements, safeguarding division assets, continuous monitoring of internal control systems, adherence to Emerson Corporate Policies and Procedures as well as Automation Solutions and other expected standards


• Review reconciliations and HFM reporting.


• Implement and ensure internal controls and Emerson policies and procedures across the organization.


• Provide directions and oversight over inventory/costing by establishing procedures over inventory transactions, standard costs, physical inventory/cycle counting program, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.


• Maintain and monitor all aspects of the manufacturing cost system.


• Routinely communicate with management about financial issues / concerns and operating performance vs. objectives.


• Evaluate and recommend appropriate methods and techniques for financial evaluation of projects and be eager to accept stretch assignments and ad hoc projects, as needed.


• Actively engage in trade working capital plans, day to day management, and provide recommendations for improvement and/or risk mitigation.


• Actively engage and offer leadership within the plant’s management team and World Area structure. Advise plant management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.


• Evaluate capital and factory optimization projects, including analysis of capital appropriation requests to ensure the expenditure supports business unit goals.


• Encourage an atmosphere of teamwork, safety, creativity, trust and respect. Establish and maintain positive working relationships across finance and other functional areas to enhance organizational effectiveness.

WHO YOU ARE:

You will use knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out in the market to guide actions. You are decisive and make high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. You provide direct and actionable feedback. You articulate credible pictures and visions of possibilities that will create sustainable value. You view talent development as an organizational imperative.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance


• 4+ years solid experience in finance or accounting


• Ability to think critically, highly driven and self-motivated with strong analytical and organizational skills


• Strong knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting systems, inventory control systems, and experience managing accounting procedures and controls


• Skills in handling financial presentations and communicating with management personnel on all levels.


• Attention to detail, time management, and problem-solving skills


• Strong computer skills including experience with a major ERP such as Oracle, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint.


• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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