Senior Director of Finance, Commercial

Greenfield Global; Brookfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenfield Global is seeking a Senior Director of Finance, Commercial to lead financial planning and analysis. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader who excels in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong analytical skills, and has a proven record in managing finance teams. Candidates should embody a blend of leadership competencies and business acumen, driving the company's growth agenda while collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior executives.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Income protection coverage

Vacation time exceeding industry standards

Company funded retirement savings program

Formal training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Knowledge of multi-currency and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Direct the entire Planning cycle (Strategy, Forecast, Budget).
• Produce accurate financial reports for stakeholders.
• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Strategic agility

Relationship building

Business acumen

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

CPA or MBA

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Director of Finance, Commercial

Department: Finance

Reporting to: VP of Finance

Location: Danbury, CT

About The Role

We are seeking a dynamic, growth-oriented Senior Director of Finance, Commercial, to join our leadership team. This is a high-impact role for a strategic finance leader with strong business acumen and people leadership skills, who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. In this role, you will partner closely with senior executives and cross-functional finance teams to lead enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis. You will work closely with our Sales and Marketing teams across the SCI and BDS business units, playing a critical role in driving our growth agenda. As we transform and build out our financial organization, we need someone who can lead all aspects of enterprise planning, as well as execute and take ownership of the day-to-day activities. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to oversee the development of advanced financial planning, modelling and analytics tools, and dashboards to support evidence-based decision making. We need a Sr. Director of Finance, Commercial, with a proven track record of success leading to significant changes through hands-on accomplishments. Someone who has demonstrated leadership competencies that include strategic agility, relationship building, collaborating with executives, business acumen, dealing with ambiguity, planning and priority setting. We need someone who balances their analytical and logical mindset with a healthy dose of curiosity; someone who wants to dive deep beyond the status quo and champion effective changes.

Who We Are

Since 1989, Greenfield Global has been the leading supplier of high-purity alcohols, specialty solvents, custom blended solutions, and fuel ethanol to businesses worldwide.

Greenfield’s primary markets are life science (including pharma/biopharma and medical devices), food, flavor, fragrance, personal care, beverage alcohols, industrials, and renewable fuels. Annually, the company fulfills over 35,000 orders in more than 50 countries through its extensive global supply chain.

Greenfield’s low-carbon ethanol helps industries reduce their carbon emissions and meet environmental objectives. Our team of researchers and engineers continue to lead innovation in sustainable energy and chemicals, including green hydrogen, green methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, and renewable natural gas.

Job Responsibilities

• Directing the entire Planning cycle (Strategy, Forecast, Budget). You will:
• Design, manage and analyze the annual and long-term plans.
• Be responsible for delivering financial forecasts including analysis.
• Oversee and manage the continued development of budgeting, forecasting, planning and modeling tools.
• Establish and drive the execution of FP&A framework, standards and processes and provide financial leadership at a Corporate and operational level.
• Support of any ad hoc requests.

Management Reporting. You will:

• Produce accurate and timely financial reports and analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership in developing the performance measurement framework and KPIs to track and monitor performance.
• Identify and assess the financial impact of opportunities and risks including the development of mitigation strategies.
• You will deliver a business financial package that communicates financial results in a standard and easy to understand format for all Management and Senior Leadership audiences which can also be leveraged for Board and Employee presentations.
• Value creation services: You will provide finance support to the SCI and BDS business units and management team for financial related analysis including competitive analysis, pricing strategies, customer profitability and sales performance. Supporting business development and go-to market strategies with financial insights.
• You will manage and develop a team committed to delivering strong financial performance and committed to establishing strong business partnerships throughout the organization. In addition to closely working with the Sr. Director of Finance, Operations and Supply chain.
  
  

Your Experience Should Include

• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and the ability to manage the team to deliver high quality financial analysis, services and results in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated success as a strategic leader fostering an environment of continuous improvement and excellence during ongoing change.
• Leadership experience building organizational capabilities in your team as well as in the broader organization.
• Through your experience, you have gained extensive knowledge in budgeting, forecasting, multi-year strategic planning modelling and tool development. Multi-currency experience is an asset.
• Able to build strong and collaborative working relationships and build network with internal and external stakeholders.
• You are a team player ready to participate whenever the need arises.
• CPA or MBA
• Self-motivated, curious, and have a strong desire to make an impact.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Travel is about 15%-20% pending business need.
• Hybrid role 3 days in office, subject to change based on business needs.
  
  

Total Compensation & Care

• Base salary dependent on experience and demonstrated performance
• Formal and informal training opportunities
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time
• Vacation time exceeding industry standards
• Company funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities
• Meaningful and challenging work
• Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication
  
  

Why Join Greenfield?

• We innovate, collaborate, and work with purpose. Our mission is to unlock the potential of people, partnerships, and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet, and our work has a positive impact on the environment around the world.
• Are you passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences, thriving in a culture of innovation, and driving sustainable solutions? At Greenfield, you’ll join a high-performance team dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet while advancing your career.
• With offices in the U.S., Canada, and Ireland, Greenfield Global is family-owned and operated and has been awarded “Canada’s Best Managed Companies” Platinum-level designation since 2015.
  
  

Core Principles

• Innovation: We are constantly seizing opportunities to develop new products, processes and methods to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of our customers.
• Collaboration: We are part catalyst, part collaborator. We work with partners to get the most out of our existing products, and to develop custom solutions for our customer requirements.
• Responsibility: Our commitment to give back to local communities in the US and Canada goes beyond the bottom line. We give back to the planet by processing renewable resources into low carbon fuels and chemicals.
• Agility: Our team is not only fast, we have the flexibility and creativity to pivot with customer needs to develop custom-made, on-time solutions.
• Discipline: At every plant, and for every customer, for every shipment, we put quality first. We operate a tight, transparent supply chain while meeting the highest regulatory standards.
  
  

Greenfield Global USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or domestic partner status, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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