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FLEXSYS

Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

FLEXSYS, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329


Company Background

Headquartered in Akron, OH, Flexsys is a chemical manufacturing company with operations in the US, Europe, Latin America and Asia. We produce tire additives that enhance the strength and durability of tires for leading manufacturers around the world.

We are a global supplier of rubber chemicals and solutions, including insoluble sulfur, anti-degradants, and stabilizers. Our singular focus is on delivering better solutions for manufacturers of tires and other rubber products that enhance product performance, optimize production efficiency, and ensure supply chain success. As the largest manufacturer of tire-industry additives in the world, and a newly independent entity, Flexsys brings a track record of innovation, quality, specialized expertise, a highly collaborative approach, and a commitment to growth – working together with our customers as a valuable partner, helping to meet their critical objectives.

The Company generates approximately $500m of sales annually which is disbursed through NA (30%) / EU (40%) / AP (20%) / LA (10%).

General Description

Flexsys is looking for an experienced individual who has experience in providing business analysis/insights for both the past and the future, not only for the standard views but also with the ability to think outside the box.

This role will report to the CFO and be a key member of the finance leadership team. This role will also have heavy interaction with the business, specifically the Commercial and Supply Chain organizations.

Key attributes of a successful Director of FPA will include the ability to develop an efficient and effective team of direct reports along with collaboration with finance peers, ability to execute and manage projects, and strong communication skills (up, across and down the organization).

Position Responsibilities:

Collaborating with Corp Acct and Ops Finance on business analysis for actual results

Key seat at the table with SOP (sales operations planning process) to enable a robust bottoms up financial forecast process

Lead the annual budget process for the company

Deliver standard reporting along with extensive “what if” analysis to various parties including CFO/CEO and private equity sponsor

Develop, mentor and manage the FPA Organization

Support other Finance and non-finance functions for data, information and analysis

Ability to take sometimes imperfect data and develop directional business insight

Other projects as needed.

Position Requirements:

BA/BS in Accounting and/or Finance

10+ years of experience in FPA roles, either at Corporate level or business level with substantial time in manufacturing. (Chemical manufacturing is a plus)

Prior private equity experience is a plus

Experience with Consolidation tools, SAP S/4Hana is a plus

Analytical and organizational skills

Interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communications skills

Project management skills and demonstrated attention to detail

Continuous improvement mind set

Ability to think out of the box and encourage constructive change

An Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE): race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability

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