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Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, Americas

Location: 

Hartland, WI, US, 53029

Requisition ID:  2116

Job Summary/Overview

The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis is responsible for analyzing Columbus McKinnon’s (CMCO’s) financial results for the America’s.  The role drives the preparation of the annual strategic plan financial statements for CMCO’s largest business unit.  It also leads the development of the Annual Operating Plan, development of quarterly forecasts and analyzes actual performance to Plan and prior year.  The role supports the other functional leaders in analyzing performance and participates in the financial close and reporting process.  This individual will also be a financial project leader for critical strategic initiatives that will accelerate the transformation of the CMCO business. Results of the analysis are compiled and presented to senior management.  The role will report to the America’s CFO, while working closely with the Global FP&A leader, the America’s President, and the America’s Plant Controllers.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including revenue, gross margin, expenses, and capital expenditures
  • Monitor key performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing variances
  • Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives including potential acquisitions
  • Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision making purposes
  • Support the Executive Leadership Team with in-depth analysis
  • Prepare presentations to CMCO Executive Leadership Team and America’s Business Unit Senior Management Team
  • Lead the process for the development of the annual Strategic Plan and annual Operating Plan
  • Prepare quarterly forecasts, and analyze risks and opportunities monthly
  • Contribute to and/or maintain the Columbus McKinnon Business System for FP&A
  • Identify and implement process improvement opportunities
  • Supervise and directs the Plant Controllers in the administration of the duties above
  • Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Ability to analyze data and distill it down to the main insight for senior management.
  • Expertise in the full Microsoft Office products with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • Basic understanding of US GAAP and other accounting regulations.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, highly productive environment where projects and direction can change quickly while creating thorough and detailed analyses and reports.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to think creatively, highly driven and self-motivated.
  • Demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with employees in a hands-on management capacity.
  • Skilled in analyzing and interpreting data.
  • Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate in individual and group settings.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
  • Continues development of leadership skills and contributes to team success by accomplishing related results as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
  • MBA, preferred
  • 8+ years experience in Finance preferable in a public, multinational, manufacturing business
  • Experience with consolidation systems, preferable HFM or FCCS
  • Familiar with Business Intelligence Systems, preferable Power BI
  • Experience with various ERP systems, preferably SAP
  • 20%+ Travel in Columbus McKinnon’s domestic footprint with occasional global travel

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee

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