Financial Planning and Analysis Director jobs in Wichita, KS

Description

Working at Envision means having a job that’s more than just a way to make money. It's a job that makes a difference.

We offer team members:

• Careers with purpose
• Teamwork environment
• Amazing 401K Retirement Plan
• Envision Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA Plans
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO & Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are actively recruiting an experienced professional for the role of Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis, emphasizing a strong focus on data leadership. In this pivotal position, you will drive the strategic evolution of our financial planning and analysis function, prioritizing data-informed decision-making.  With an emphasis on advanced data initiatives, including a data warehouse/Power BI implementation, you will play a crucial role in elevating our organization’s analytical capabilities.  Additionally, as a key component of this role, you will lead and collaborate with finance directors deployed within various business units.  This collaborative approach aims to achieve cohesive and effective FP&A strategies across the organization.   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

• Lead the annual budgeting process for the company, focusing on constructing reliable and automated data processes.
• Develop consistent and automated data processes that result in weekly and monthly forecasts for revenue, gross margin, SG&A and op income.
• Work on assigned monthly closing items and perform P&L closing review with Controller by business day 5 of each month.
• Lead the FP&As to build a reliable, repeatable process for preparing data-informed monthly Business Review meetings.
• Guide the utilization of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to empower decision-making and enhance the management of company operations. 
• Research issues related to financial results and work with business partners to understand key financial issues and drivers while looking for ways to drive continuous improvement.
• Prepare and provide analysis to management comparing actual results vs. budget and forecast. 
• Serve as a liaison between Finance and internal/external customers to provide solutions that meet Finance and customer needs.
• Lead key projects that relate to areas of financial planning and analysis such as annual budget process, power BI, and reporting/forecasting/budgeting software solution.
• Account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts requiring a higher level of analysis and understanding; NIB Fees, Customer Support Funds, IT Software & Hardware expenses.
• Supervise staff in specific finance areas; call center revenue and cash application, CAPEX and bank reconciliations.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• 5 – 7 years of FP&A and/or general accounting experience required.
• 5 Years experience spearheading data initiatives.
• 3 years previous experience with ERP accounting/reporting systems required such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, etc.
• Working knowledge of Forecast/budgeting software such as Hyperion, Prophix, Tableau, etc.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of data cultures development, including data storage and models, analytical tools like Power BI, data governance, data adoption, self-serve reporting, data cataloging, and data decision-making.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes, procedures and internal controls, including cost accounting concepts and analysis.
• Demonstrated success leading and collaborating on projects in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to deal directly with internal management, and external customers and vendors.  
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential material.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills, including the ability to maintain several concurrent projects at one time.
• Strong initiative and a self-starter to work on projects with limited management oversight.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Total Number of Employees Directly Supervising: 1

Number of Subordinate Supervisors Reporting to Position: 0

VISION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE (check one)

   Can be performed with or without assistive technology:

 X       Required to perform activities such as: preparing/analyzing data/figures; viewing a computer screen; reading; inspecting small objects for defects; using measuring devices; and/or assembling parts with close eye contact.

___    Required to perform activities such as: operating machinery and/or power tools at or within arm’s reach; performing non-repetitive tasks such as carpentry work or repairing machinery.

___   Required to review/inspect own assigned work, the work of others, or facilities or structures.

   Requires normal (or corrected to normal) vision/acuity:

___    Required to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment such as forklifts.

COMMENTS

Envision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without illegal discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, gender identity, disability, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, military status or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, and any other status protected by law.

Envision employs and advances in employment individuals with disabilities and veterans, and treats qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

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This position description is intended to convey generally the duties of this job.  It is not an all-inclusive listing of duties, and it is not a contract, expressed or implied.