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Finance Manager FP&A, North America
IMPACT and OPPORTUNITY
The Regional FP&A leader plays a critical role in driving the financial performance of the regional P&L, serving as a strategic partner to business leaders and delivering impact through clear, actionable financial insights. This individual will work cross-functionally to support strategic decision-making and operational execution, providing leadership with a deep understanding of performance drivers and reliable financial forecasts. They will own income statement reporting and analysis and lead the development and management of operating and capital budgets to ensure alignment with business priorities and long-term objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead regional FP&A processes across all functional areas, ensuring alignment with the Global FP&A Center of Excellence standards and practices.
- Oversee the annual budget and quarterly forecasting cycles for assigned regional functions, ensuring accuracy, cross-functional collaboration, and timely delivery in accordance with Corporate FP&A requirements.
- Own the regional MD&A process, providing clear, insightful analysis of quarterly results and performance drivers to support executive communication and external shareholder reporting.
- Deliver comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, distilling complex data into key insights that inform strategic decisions and drive business actions.
- Direct the regional capital planning process, ensuring accurate forecasting, budgeting, and reporting of capital expenditures in support of long-term business objectives.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to the Regional VP of Finance and Regional SVP, delivering high-impact analysis and actionable insights on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
- Identify financial and operational risks and opportunities throughout the quarter, developing mitigation plans and influencing business actions to optimize results.
- Drive alignment and prioritization of regional strategic initiatives, collaborating across functions to ensure financial discipline and alignment with enterprise objectives.
- Champion financial accountability and performance visibility, improving financial literacy across functions and enabling data-driven decision-making at all levels.
- Partner with senior leadership to align regional financial targets, offering proactive analytical support and guidance to optimize resource allocation and business outcomes.
- Demonstrate sound judgment and confidence in decision-making, taking ownership of financial problem-solving and driving initiatives to completion.
- Coordinate closely with Regional Operations Finance and Sales Finance teams to ensure integrated financial support and consistent messaging to region leadership.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Accounting or Finance required.
- Minimum of 7+ years of experience as a Financial Manager or Analyst in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong proficiency in financial reporting, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements.
- Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage work assignments effectively while applying problem-solving techniques.
- Experience working collaboratively with diverse, multicultural teams to achieve business objectives.
- Upholds high ethical and professional standards, including strict confidentiality of sensitive company information.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior people leadership/management experience a plus
- MBA
- Automotive Experience
NICE TO KNOW
TRAVEL: Less than 10% regional
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBLITIES: Possibly individual contributor role and up to 1-2 direct reports
COMPETENCIES:
- Deliver Results
- Understand the mission and output of your team; set SMART objectives and deliver
- Drive Change
- Focus on agility and commitment to continuous improvement; Understand and act on internal and external drivers of change
- Build Capability
- Foster a culture of learning and development; Support individual growth through continuous feedback to achieve personal and professional goals
- Cultivate Innovation
- Openly embrace, create, implement and support new and innovative ideas, processes and technology that deliver business results
Gentherm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an inclusive culture through Our Network of Engagement (ONE) where we value our differences and work together to positively impact the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Nearest Major Market: Detroit
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